Kids Fund – Field Studies Council

Funding is available to help youngsters enjoy and experience the outdoors.

Eligible Organisations

Schools groups and voluntary youth groups in the UK are eligible to apply.

Suitable Projects

The fund is designed to enable disadvantaged young people (aged between 4 and 18 years) to attend a course held at a Field Studies Council location. They could be disadvantaged in terms of their health, mobility, geographic deprivation, or family income. The courses include non-curriculum days and residential courses.

Application Process

There is an application form available to download from the Field Studies Council website.

Important Dates

There are three deadlines a year: 1st March, 1st June, and 1st November. You can apply at any time during the year and your application will be held until the next round.

Funding Range

Up to 80% of course fees at a Field Studies Council location are funded, including food and accommodation costs.