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Ufi VocTech Trust is currently accepting applications for its Activate Grant Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The VocTech Activate fund is a strategic initiative by the Ufi VocTech Trust designed to catalyze the development of digital vocational education and training (VET). By providing a “low-risk” environment for experimentation, the grant helps organizations bridge the gap between a creative concept and a proven, scalable market solution.
Grant Amount: Between £30,000 and £60,000.
Ufi VocTech Trust maintains an inclusive eligibility policy to attract diverse innovators.
Eligible Organizations:
Private companies and SMEs.
Registered charities and not-for-profit organizations.
Community Interest Companies (CICs).
Trade bodies and employer associations.
Learning providers (colleges, universities, or private training centers).
Individual Applicants: Individuals may apply for the grant; however, they must be incorporated as a legal entity (e.g., a limited company) before any funding is disbursed.
Define the Innovation: Identify the specific problem in vocational learning you aim to solve and why your digital approach is unique.
Evidence User Needs: Gather data or testimonials proving you understand the challenges your target learners face.
Draft a Testing Plan: Outline how you will test your prototype with real users in a low-risk setting.
Submit Application: Apply via the Ufi VocTech Trust online portal during an active funding round.
Review and Refine: If successful, work with Ufi mentors to refine the project scope and milestones.
Apply for Ufi VocTech Trust Activate Grant Fund
