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Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026B

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) · Competitive · Research & Development

At a glance

Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026B is a national competitive grant from UK Research and Innovation for the research & development sector. Funding is up to £20K. Eligible applicants: See the official UKRI opportunity page; eligibility varies by council and call - most require UK-based researchers or organisations. The application deadline is December 10, 2026. Apply via the official listing at www.ukri.org.

Amount
Up to £20K
Deadline
10 Dec 2026
Type
Competitive
Status
Open

About this program

Funding opportunity Funding opportunity: Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026B Opportunity status: Open Funders: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Funding type: Grant Total fund: £100,000 Award range: £5,000 - £20,000 Publication date: 7 October 2026 Opening date: 8 October 2026 9:00am UK time Closing date: 10 December 2026 4:00pm UK time Start application Apply for funding to engage the public with Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) supported science. You must work for an organisation that: is based in the UK produces annual accounts that are certified by an accountant It is essential that proposals evidence clear links to the STFC funded remit and include a subject matter expert (SME) in an STFC funded remit area. The full economic cost (FEC) of your project can be up to £20,000. STFC will fund 100% of the FEC. Projects must be between 12 months and 36 month...

Who can apply

See the official UKRI opportunity page; eligibility varies by council and call - most require UK-based researchers or organisations.

How to apply

Apply through the UKRI Funding Service as directed on the official opportunity page linked below.

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