UK Aid Match
UK Aid Match funds UK charities’ science-based projects tackling poverty in developing countries by matching public donations with government aid in sectors like health, education, and climate change.
Funder: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Matched funding up to £2 million per project; typical awards range from £100,001 to over £1 million; duration varies by project.
Summary: Provides matched funding for UK-based charities to deliver poverty reduction projects in developing countries, amplifying the impact of public donations.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; the next round is anticipated but not yet open—check for updates.
Description
UK Aid Match is a flagship international development funding program from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). It aims to leverage public donations in the UK by matching them pound for pound with government aid, supporting high-impact poverty reduction projects in developing countries. The scheme is designed to engage the UK public in international development and give them a say in how aid funds are spent, while empowering UK-based charities to scale up their work in areas such as health, education, climate change, empowerment, and water and sanitation.
Projects must demonstrate both strong technical design and effective public fundraising campaigns, as the amount of government match is directly linked to the funds raised from the UK public. The program has supported over 100 projects worldwide, benefiting millions through its dual focus on fundraising and development impact.
