Inspire Fund – public engagement grant
The Inspire Fund from Alzheimer's Research UK supports creative public engagement projects that raise awareness of brain health and dementia risk reduction in underserved UK communities.
Funder: Alzheimer's Research UK
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to £5,000 per seed fund project (typical duration up to 12 months); 4–6 awards per round; follow-on funding up to £20,000 for previous awardees.
Summary: Supports creative projects that engage underserved UK communities with brain health and dementia risk reduction.
Key Information: Highly competitive (10% success rate); projects must be UK-based and primarily for public engagement, not research.
Description
This grant from Alzheimer's Research UK funds innovative public engagement projects that aim to raise awareness of brain health and dementia risk reduction among underserved communities across the UK. The scheme prioritizes creative and collaborative approaches that foster dialogue, improve knowledge, and promote positive behavioral change related to dementia prevention. Projects should focus on reaching groups who typically have less access to information or engagement opportunities around brain health.
