The Nuffield Foundation’s Racial Diversity UK Fund offers research grants of £15,000 to £500,000 for projects that deepen understanding of racial diversity, inequality and discrimination in the UK, and help inform public debate, policy and practice.
The 2026 priority theme is inter-generational changes, continuities and challenges in a racially diverse UK, including issues such as identity and belonging, aspirations and values, civic and political participation, and life chances.
The Foundation particularly encourages applications from racially minoritised individuals and organisations, as well as partnerships between researchers and racially minoritised communities.
Projects typically run for six months to three years. Applications follow a two-stage process, with the next Outline application deadline on 5 October 2026. Successful applicants will be invited to submit a full application in January 2027, with funding decisions expected in May 2027.
For full eligibility criteria, guidance and details of how to apply, visit the Nuffield Foundation website.