Global Compact Network UK

Could Global Compact Network UK fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.

Applications: Accepted
How to apply: No application

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About Global Compact Network UK

Global Compact Network UK is an independent not-for-profit organisation that connects UK-based companies and civil society to the UN Global Compact. Its mission is to advance responsible business practices through the Ten Principles on human rights, labour standards, environment, and anti-corruption, driving progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The Network values responsible corporate citizenship, transparency, ethical conduct, environmental stewardship, and multi-stakeholder partnerships, with a philosophy of catalysing business culture shifts for systemic change. Established to foster cross-sector collaboration, it prioritises collective action, peer learning, and capacity building to integrate sustainability into core strategies. The Network believes lasting impact arises from embedding equity, integrity, and social responsibility in operations for the benefit of employees, suppliers, and communities.

What Global Compact Network UK funds

The Network supports activities focused on human rights protections, including non-discrimination and fair working conditions; labour standards promoting decent employment and supply chain ethics; environmental due diligence through decarbonisation, responsible resource use, biodiversity conservation, and climate action; and anti-corruption measures to enhance business integrity and corporate transparency. Supported activities include knowledge sharing platforms, events, peer learning networks, capacity building sessions for ESG and sustainability leadership, policy advocacy for ethical regulations, and collaborative initiatives fostering inclusive, resilient businesses that contribute to community development, social cohesion, and poverty alleviation via SDG-aligned interventions. The Network works across the UK, engaging businesses from multinationals to SMEs.

Who can apply

Organisations that can engage with the Network include companies, registered charities, and community groups. Beneficiaries include UK corporate members across sectors, their employees facing workplace inequities, suppliers in global chains needing ethical upgrades, and wider communities impacted by business operations. Strong alignment exists for civil society partners delivering advocacy, training, and peer support on business accountability, ethical supply chains, and environmental justice. The Network prioritises organisations championing cross-sector SDG progress, evidence-based sustainability practices, and policy reforms.

What Global Compact Network UK doesn't fund

The Network does not provide project grants or core funding. It offers exclusively non-financial support through networks, collaboration, and capacity building. It does not fund direct service delivery or individual projects.

How they like to fund

The Network provides exclusively non-financial support, focusing on convening business-led multi-stakeholder action. It welcomes unsolicited approaches and works through collaboration, peer learning, and capacity building rather than grants. Funding style is centred on collective action and cross-sector partnerships for systems change.

How much does Global Compact Network UK give?

Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Global Compact Network UK’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

Your specific fit

Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

EnvironmentEducationCommunityPoverty & hardship

How to apply to Global Compact Network UK

Global Compact Network UK takes applications via no application.

Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.

How it works

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Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
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See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
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Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.

See if Global Compact Network UK could be a fit. Draft if yes.

Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Global Compact Network UK provide?

Grant amounts vary. Contact Global Compact Network UK directly for current funding levels.

Where does Global Compact Network UK fund charities?

Global Compact Network UK funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Global Compact Network UK accept unsolicited applications?

Global Compact Network UK accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

How do I apply for funding from Global Compact Network UK?

Global Compact Network UK takes applications via no application. Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.