Transformation Grants

Does your organisation have a track record of delivering social impact with aims to achieve systemic change for local communities?

If so, you may be eligible for a transformation grant from Westway Trust.

The programme’s aim is to support systemic change in our communities, with a particular focus on addressing inequalities and advancing social justice.

Up to £70,000 is available per organisation for projects lasting for up to a year.

With an emphasis on Social Justice, these grants prioritise addressing root causes of inequality, discrimination, and marginalisation. They are designed to support needs-based initiatives seeking to fundamentally transform services, policies, and practices to create more equitable and inclusive environments.

We recognise that addressing systemic issues can be overwhelming. We do not expect applications to single-handedly solve complex societal issues. Instead, we are looking to fund projects that aim to create a ripple effect towards initiatives that can spark wider impact, contribute to the national conversation, and set an example or standard for others to follow.

Applicants are given the flexibility to submit proposals rooted in their own research, or can draw on established research, using delivery techniques that can be demonstrated as being effective.

This is our second year of delivering the Transformation Grants Programme. In the previous year we supported three organisations, distributing approximately £120,000 to projects tackling deep rooted societal issues. This early success reflects our commitment to enabling bold, meaningful change and to learning alongside organisations working at the forefront of transformation.

Who we Fund

• Organisations registered with Companies House and/or the Charity Commission.
• Limited companies and registered charities need to have a registered office in the UK.
• Applications from organisations working as a consortium, partnerships, network or group.
• Annual turn-over more than £100,000 (this does not include any non-cash contributions, including any in-kind support).

Please see Application Guidelines for full eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

You apply directly via our online Application Form.

Deadline

Applications are now closed.

Applications will next open in Summer 2026.