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UnLtd: The Millennium Awards Trust

Open (ongoing) Age Aged 26 - 59 years Black and minority ethnic Communities Miscellaneous organisational development social enterprise Trading Un/Employed Young people (13-25) Great Britain Northern Ireland Medium (up to £60,000)

Overview

The Millennium Awards Trust is open to social entrepreneurs aged 16 and above, this stream welcomes applications from all sectors, provided the venture demonstrates clear social impact.

Eligibility

To be considered for the Millennium Awards Trust programme you must be:

  • Stage - Have an idea or have been operating for less than 4 years
  • Aged - 16 years old or older
  • Located in - United Kingdom
  • Focused on - Any sector

UnLtd is particularly interested in supporting innovative social ventures that address inequality and support marginalised communities. The organisation strongly encourages applications from disabled entrepreneurs and those from Black, Asian, or minority ethnic backgrounds, with at least 50% of awards dedicated to these groups.

Tailored Grants

Starting Up
  • Up to £8,000 for social venture costs
  • You are committed to creating social impact in a financially sustainable way. You are at an early stage or have started to make a difference to people's lives, communities, or the planet.
  • Incorporated - Not yet or less than 4 years
  • Selling goods and services - Less than 1 year
Scaling Up
  • Up to£18,000 for social venture costs and social entrepreneur living costs
  • You are the founder of a financially sustainable social venture that is making a positive difference to people’s lives, communities, or the planet. You have evidence of your social impact and ambitions to build on it.
  • Incorporated - Less than 4 years
  • Selling goods and services - 1 to 4 years

Tailored Services

In addition to financial support, successful applicants receive a package of tailored support, including access to:

  • A dedicated support manager
  • Peer learning opportunities
  • Expert advice
  • Legal consultancy

Key dates

Next deadline 30/06/2025
Final application submissions date 23/03/2026