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Henry Smith Foundation

Henry Smith Foundation Holiday Grants

Closes 19/11/2026

£500–£3,000 per trip

One-off grants for schools, youth groups and UK-based non-profits with income below £2m to take children aged 13 and under facing financial hardship, systemic inequity or disability on recreational day trips or residential trips of up to seven days. Trips with religious or educational aims are not eligible.

United Kingdom

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University of Oxford / Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies

Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Undergraduate Scholarship - 2027 Entry

Closes 26/01/2027

OxfordCourse fees at the Home rate plus a grant for living expenses

Scholarship for UK students from Muslim communities applying for eligible undergraduate courses at Oxford for 2027 entry.

ScholarshipsOxford

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Muslim Social Justice Initiative

MSJI Emergency Taxi Fund

Closes 31/03/2027

ManchesterUp to 3 taxi journeys per person

Emergency travel support for Muslims in Greater Manchester, currently covering up to three taxi journeys per person for people who may feel unsafe travelling.

Student support fundsGreater Manchester

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University of Oxford / Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies

Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Graduate Scholarships - 2027 Entry

Closes See course deadline

Oxford100% of course fees plus living-cost grant of at least £21,805

Graduate scholarships supporting full-time Master’s and DPhil study relevant to the Islamic tradition or of benefit to the Muslim world.

ScholarshipsOxford

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Aziz Foundation

Aziz Foundation Journalism, Media and Television Scholarships & Bursaries

Aziz Foundation JournalismScholarship or bursary support; award varies by programme

Year-round scholarships and bursaries for eligible journalism, media and television study.

ScholarshipsUnited Kingdom

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National Waqf

National Waqf Grants for UK Muslim Community Projects

National Waqf Grants for UK Muslim Community …Amount determined during funding cycle

Grant support for UK-based projects that positively impact the Muslim community. National Waqf states that funding can cover operational costs such as equipment and utilities, core costs including salaries and rent, capital costs including property and land, and direct beneficiary costs such as meals or transport. Applicants should confirm the current funding-cycle availability on the application page.

United Kingdom

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Manchester Muslim Student Fund

Islamic Society Funding

ManchesterAmount not specified

Funding specifically for Islamic societies in Greater Manchester to deliver projects, events or initiatives that support Muslim students. Applicants should demonstrate a clear benefit to Muslim students in education, transparent budgets and the capacity to deliver the proposed activity.

Greater Manchester

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Muslim Youth Alliance

Muslim Youth Alliance Grassroots Partner Support

Funding amount not specified

Direct support for local Muslim youth groups through the Muslim Youth Alliance national network. The current opportunities page describes Grassroots Partners as receiving tools and funding to help them thrive locally, with grant eligibility and a resource library. Best suited to Muslim youth organisations, faith schools, sports clubs and grassroots groups serving young Muslims.

United Kingdom

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The Mainstay Foundation

Mainstay Foundation Centre Grant

Support for acquisition, renovation or improvement of mosques and Islamic centres

Funding for eligible organisations supporting Shia Ithna Ashari communities to acquire a new Islamic centre, mosque or Hussainiyah, renovate or improve an existing centre, and in some cases support loans taken for these purposes. Applicants must complete the Foundation verification and due-diligence process.

UK / Shia Ithna Ashari communities

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Manchester Muslim Student Fund

MMSF Community Grant

ManchesterAmount not specified

Community grant for student organisations, groups and Islamic societies in Greater Manchester running projects that directly benefit Muslim students in education. Eligible projects can include mentorship, academic support, scholarships and other educational assistance.

Greater Manchester

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Deliver A Smile

Deliver A Smile Grants for Muslim Organisations

Small grants £10,000 and under; large grants £20,000 and over

Grant funding specifically focused on UK Muslim organisations. Eligible project examples include new or improved mosques, Islamic/community education centres, youth programmes, women's initiatives, retreats, community services, building improvements and major infrastructure.

United Kingdom

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Bradford Council

Bradford West Community Chest and Area Committee Funding

BradfordAward varies

Local community funding for groups and organisations operating in or benefiting Bradford West. Priority consideration includes youth, older and disabled people, ethnic minorities, unemployed residents, inner-city communities and new or innovative groups.

Bradford West

Grant

Al-Mizan Charitable Trust

General Welfare Fund – Apply for Support

General Welfare FundUp to £500

Small grants for families across the UK facing financial difficulties, with applications assessed through Al-Mizan’s online grant system.

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Barrow Cadbury Trust

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Birmingham

Funding information for organisations working on social justice, migration, economic justice and related community issues. Check the funder page for the current programme and application status before applying.

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