Community grants

The National Deaf Children’s Society community grant is a new initiative offering grants of between £1,000 to £10,000 to communities that support deaf children. 

Our research shows that language and communication development is crucial for deaf children. Early support after identification of deafness is key to their language development. Strong language and communication skills during early childhood lead to better outcomes later in life.  

Applications that have a specific focus on language and communication development for deaf children will be prioritised. However, we’re open to all ideas. If you have a great idea for a plan that supports deaf children, we want to know. 

We understand that different communities, cultures, and groups have unique communication and support needs. We’re committed to supporting projects that help diverse communities, including those groups that face barriers when accessing services and support. 

Key dates  

• Applications open on Thursday 10 April 2025.     
• Closing date for online applications is Thursday 8 May 2025.     
• We aim to communicate funding decisions by Friday 27 June 2025.   

How to apply 

To apply for a grant, first you will need to complete our eligibility check. Once you’ve checked your eligibility, you can fill out our online application form. 

Eligibility check (opens in a new tab)

Draft application form (download)

Application form (opens in a new tab)

Budget template (download)

Support and accessibility  

The guidance and application form are available in British Sign Language (BSL).  

If you need any other support, please email us at [email protected].