[Lloyd's Register Foundation](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk)

November 10, 2025 | April 13, 2026

Up to £10,000 per project; project duration up to 12 months.

Supports projects worldwide that foster partnerships, pilot ideas, and deliver public benefit in safety, heritage, and maritime sectors.

Open to non-profits and eligible entities globally; projects must align with the Foundation's mission and show clear public benefit.

--- ## Description The Lloyd's Register Foundation Small Grants Scheme provides catalytic funding of up to £10,000 for projects that initiate, build, or consolidate partnerships and support pilot studies or proof-of-concept activities. The scheme targets the heritage, maritime, and public sectors, but is open to a broad range of innovative projects that demonstrate potential for future collaboration, knowledge exchange, or accelerated impact. Proposals must align with the Foundation’s charitable mission to enhance the safety of life and property and deliver measurable public benefit, contributing to improved safety or reduced risk for people and communities. Both technical and non-technical projects are welcome, and the scheme encourages but does not require partnerships. --- ## Due Dates - November 10, 2025: Full application submission deadline (as cited in process timeline and webinar) - April 13, 2026: Application round closes (final full application submission deadline, 23:59 GMT) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant: £10,000 per project - Project duration: Up to 12 months - Smaller requests are welcome if proportionate to project scope and outcomes - Typical round funds 20–25 projects out of 100+ applications --- ## Eligibility - Open to non-profit organisations, registered charities, universities, and verifiable individual entities working on a non-profit basis and aligned with the Foundation’s mission - Global eligibility: UK and international applicants welcome - Applicants must demonstrate ability to manage funds, deliver outcomes, and provide recent financial documentation - For-profit/commercial-only ventures are not eligible - Generally, only one application per lead organisation per round; multiple applications allowed if distinct in scope and delivery - Projects must deliver clear public benefit and align with the Foundation’s mission to enhance safety of life and property **Not eligible:** - Projects outside the Foundation’s mission - Projects benefiting only the applicant - Conservation of historic vessels, naval history-only projects, capital works, tuition fees, retrospective funding, lobbying, business/first-class travel, core equipment (specialist equipment may be considered case by case), and sub-projects of already funded work --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [Lloyd's Register Foundation online grants portal](https://lrfoundation.flexigrant.com/) - Required documents: Completed application form, project summary, budget breakdown, and recent financial accounts - Assessment criteria: Mission alignment, feasibility, innovation/learning potential, delivery/accountability, and value for money - Peer review and due diligence process; decisions typically within 4 weeks of call closing - Feedback for unsuccessful applicants may be limited due to volume --- ## Additional Information - Grants are not normally awarded consecutively; previous projects must be completed and reported before reapplying - Co-funding is allowed if the Foundation’s contribution is distinct and non-duplicative - Up to 10% of the grant may cover indirect costs - Outputs and learning must be shared publicly - Staff time for direct project delivery is eligible; full salaries and general overheads are not - Specialist equipment and consultant/contractor fees may be considered if essential --- ## External Links - [Small Grants Scheme program page](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/news/small-grants-scheme) - [Application portal](https://lrfoundation.flexigrant.com/) - [FAQs (PDF)](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/sites/default/files/2025-10/lloyd-s-register-foundation-small-grants-faqs.pdf) - [Calls for Funding](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/calls-for-funding) - [Lloyd's Register Foundation About](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/about-us) - [Webinar recording](https://youtu.be/sIW-JqvRS_Y) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Method | Details | |------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact form](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/contact-us) | | Grants Team Email | [grants@lrfoundation.org.uk](mailto:grants@lrfoundation.org.uk) | | Phone | +44 (0)20 7709 9166 | ---

Small Grants Scheme

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