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    GrantsSTFC Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026
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    STFC Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026

    Funding amount
    £100k
    Closed 25 Aug 2026

    STFC is funding public engagement projects (£5,000-£20,000) that bring STFC-funded science to target audiences over 12-36 months.

    🇬🇧United KingdomPublished 4 Jun 2026· 3 months agoviaUKRI
    Funding amount
    £100k
    Closed 25 Aug 2026
    Applications close passed on 25 Aug 2026.

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Funding
      est.£100,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Applications closed
      25 Aug 2026
      3 weeks ago
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom

    Lifecycle

    Closed

    Closed for applications on 25 Aug 2026. Published 3 months ago.

    4 Jun 2026Today25 Aug 2026

    Brief

    The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is inviting applications for Public Engagement Spark Awards to fund innovative public engagement projects that connect communities with STFC-funded scientific research. Grants ranging from £5,000 to £20,000 are available for projects lasting 12 to 36 months. Eligible projects must demonstrate strong connections to STFC's science portfolio, clearly identify and engage target audiences, and provide evidence of impact on public understanding and participation in science. This scheme supports organizations and researchers seeking to make STFC-funded science more accessible and engaging to the public.

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    Publisher
    UK Research and Innovation
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    ukri.org
    Record ID
    public-engagement-spark-awards-2026a
    ST
    Funding body
    Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
    Sector
    Research & Innovation