Hope Grants
We make grants of up to £750 to improve the quality of life for Quaker members and attenders affected by long-term unemployment or unable to make a living wage.
Please note that the application process can take up to a few weeks. These grants should therefore not be relied on for emergency funding.
You will need the support of a supporting Friend (a Friend who is a role holder within the appropriate local or area Meeting) when making the application.
How to apply
Download the grant applications instructions, form and guidance. It is essential that you read the instructions in order to submit your application online.
- Practical instructions for grant applications (PDF)
- Hope grant application form (PDF)
- Hope grant application guidance (PDF)
Adult and Further Education Grants
These grants are particularly aimed at members and attenders gaining further or higher education to equip themselves to serve society and/or Quakers in Britain.
To apply you should be a mature student or graduate, either in membership of Britain Yearly Meeting or an attender of at least five years (this may be waived for applicants showing evidence of strong support from the local meeting or another Quaker body). You should be in need of financial support to take the course.
The course should be offered at a reputable institution within the UK.
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How to apply
Applications for 2025, including the 2025-2026 academic year, are open all year and will be considered at Grants Group's June, September and November meetings. The deadlines for applications are:
- 25 April for the June meeting (for courses beginning in or after September)
- 1 August for the September meeting (for courses beginning in or after December)
- 10 October for the November meeting (for courses beginning in or after February)
Download the guidance, letters for referees, and application form. Please read the guidance before submitting your application.
- Adult and Further Education grant application form 2025 (Word)
- Adult and Further Education grant guidelines 2025 (PDF)
- Adult and Further Education grant academic reference request (Word)
- Adult and Further Education grant Quaker reference request (Word)
Prospect Grants
We give Prospect Grants to Quaker members or attenders to support the move from unemployment to self-employment. It is aimed at those intending to set up a new business.
The grants can be up to £4,000 and are made in two parts.
You will need the support of a local overseer or equivalent when making the application. You will also need to supply outline business plans.
How to apply
Download the grant applications instructions, form and guidance. It is essential that you read the instructions in order to submit your application online.
- Practical instructions for grant applications (PDF)
- Prospect Grants form (PDF)
- Prospect Grants application guidance (PDF)