Department for Work and Pensions

The Department funds a range of programmes focused on disability, mental health, poverty, education, and support for older people. Specific areas include targeted employment support, mental health interventions, skills training, and hardship relief. Priorities include reducing economic inactivity, supporting transitions to work, and tackling barriers faced by disabled people and those with mental health conditions. Beneficiaries include disadvantaged communities nationwide, with a particular focus on protected groups such as pensioners, disabled people, carers, low-income families, and the unemployed. Geographically, the Department operates UK-wide, with some programmes concentrated on England.

The Department funds only organisations, including registered charities, community groups, and social enterprises. There is no restriction on religious context. Eligible organisations must be based in the UK, and some programmes are limited to England. Organisations of any size and income level may be considered. The Department prioritises beneficiaries such as pensioners, disabled people, carers, low-income families, and the unemployed.

The Department does not fund core costs, unrestricted grants, or unsolicited applications. All funding is awarded through competitive tenders, government portals, or sub-awards via intermediaries, and is designated for project delivery only. General running costs, overheads, and activities not linked to a specific funded programme are not supported.

The Department funds through competitive tenders, government portals, and sub-awards via intermediaries. It works in partnership with local authorities, the NHS, and voluntary sector partners. Funding is project-based, not for core costs or unrestricted grants. Unsolicited applications are not accepted; all opportunities are advertised through official channels. DWP typically awards grants for specific, time-limited projects aligned with government priorities.