Deadline Date: November 10, 2025
The GPE Grants Program, powered by the Gilini Foundation, offers £100,000 in equity-free funding to support young entrepreneurs aged 18–30 from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds in the UK.
Focus: £100,000 in grants, individual awards from £500–£20,000, diverse and underrepresented backgrounds, clear impact measurement, age requirement for young entrepreneurs, ventures serving the UK, pre-launch or under one year old, measurable outcomes, financial support, visibility and exposure, non-repayable grants.
The GPE Grants Program aims to empower early-stage founders who are developing innovative products, running small businesses, or testing creative ideas with the resources needed to take their ventures to the next level. With a total pool of £100,000, applicants can receive individual awards ranging from £500 to £20,000 in non-repayable funding tailored to their needs. The program places emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and measurable impact, inviting young founders from underrepresented backgrounds to demonstrate clear outcomes such as job creation, revenue growth, or social benefit.
To qualify, applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old and operate ventures that serve or have an impact in the United Kingdom. Eligible businesses can be in the pre-launch stage with a clear plan or under one year old, provided they can show measurable results or a path toward impact. The application process is designed to be accessible, taking only 10–15 minutes to complete online, and early submissions are encouraged as small grants may be awarded on a rolling basis before the final deadline.
For more information, visit Global Purpose Enterprise.
