Grant

CfI: Innovation in play to improve child outcomes

Open

UKRI offers contracts of £200,000 to £500,000 for organisations to develop real-world, non-screen-based play solutions that improve learning, development, and wellbeing outcomes for children up to age 18. Projects must last 12 months with the majority of work and funding spent in the UK.

Key facts

Organiser
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) / Innovate UK
Deadline
October 28, 2026
Opens
September 15, 2026
Amount
£500,000 · Grant
Equity
None
Entry fee
Free to apply
Open to
Anywhere
Sectors
Edtech, Social impact
Location
United Kingdom
Application languages
English

Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.

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