Our Small Grants Programme is designed to fund projects that strengthen the concept of Commercial Ability, covering one or some of the five key components:
Basics for Life: Foundational skills everyone needs.
Sector-Specific Know-How: Knowledge tailored to different industries.
Essential Transferable Skills: Skills like communication, problem-solving, and adaptability.
Workplace Attitudes & Behaviours: Developing a productive and positive approach to work.
Organisational Know-How: Understanding how businesses operate and succeed.
This fund supports initiatives in schools, communities, and workplaces, helping young people thrive in productive, fulfilling roles and deepening the understanding of Commercial Ability across the UK.
To be eligible for our Small Grants Programme, applicants must:
Be a registered charity, charitable community group, or another not-for-profit organisation.
Focus on projects that support young people in later stages of education or the early stages of their careers.
Operate within the UK, with a focus on UK-based beneficiaries.
We’re looking for projects that directly support the development of Commercial Ability, such as:
Educational content or training programmes designed around the five components of Commercial Ability.
Workshops, seminars, or mentorship programmes that build critical skills in young people.
Research studies that provide insights to improve Commercial Ability education and training.
Programmes that integrate Commercial Ability into school curricula or workplace training.
Partnerships between schools, employers, and community organisations to enhance the understanding and practice of Commercial Ability.
Note: This fund also supports core or standard activities that align with these goals, even if they aren’t brand new initiatives.
Our funding cannot support:
Capital costs like building renovations or vehicle purchases.
Projects that are primarily faith based.
Commercial organisations or non-UK-based projects.
Initiatives that do not focus on enhancing Commercial Ability.
Non-project specific organisational costs
Interested in applying? Here’s what we’ll need:
Your Project Objectives: Explain how your project aligns with our vision.
Implementation Plan: Include timelines, budget breakdowns, and specific milestones.
Expected Outcomes: Detail how you’ll measure success and impact.
Applications open 13th January 2025 and we’ll be accepting proposals for projects lasting up to two years.
Grant Range: £500 to £10,000
Application Window: 13th January – 31st March 2025
Successful grants will be notified after the closing date of 31st March.
Note: If awarded a large grant, applicants are not eligible for a small grant within the same period.
Successful applicants will be required to:
Share insights through a blog or case study on their project.
Attend an end-of-project meeting with CET.
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