FUNDING: Grants to Support Early Years Development for Deaf Children

Grants of up to £10,000 are available to community groups, charities, and not-for-profit organisations that support deaf children and their families. The funding is offered through the National Deaf Children’s Society’s Community Grants Programme and is intended for projects that support the development of deaf children in their early years (ages 0–5). Early childhood is a vital stage of development, especially for deaf children who may experience difficulties with language, communication, and social skills without appropriate support. Funded projects can include families, professionals, and older deaf children, as long as their involvement clearly supports early years development. The grant can be used to cover a range of costs, including venue hire, transport, promotional materials, sessional staff wages, interpreters, language tutors, and equipment. Applications can be submitted at any time, and they are reviewed at scheduled assessment points throughout the year.

Organisations interested in applying should do so here.