Young People's Vocational Development Individual Grants

Young People's Vocational Development Individual Grants is sponsored by The Skinners' Company. Grants are available for young people aged 16 to 26 living in London and Kent from low-income backgrounds, to help them gain vocational, accredited qualifications up to Level 4 that will lead to employment.

Young People’s Vocational Development Individual - The Skinners' Company Young People’s Vocational Development Individuals Programme​ Grants are available for young people living in London and Kent from low-income backgrounds, to help them gain vocational, accredited qualifications. We offer grants of up to £2,000 for people aged 16 to 26, to take courses (up to level 4) that will help them move into employment.

Funding can be given for course fees, equipment/materials, travel costs, childcare and living costs. There are no application deadlines, so you can apply at any time. Nb: We DO NOT fund university level study – including undergraduate degrees (level 6).

Aged 16 - 26 (on the date your course starts) Living or studying in London or Kent A British citizen, or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK Taking an accredited, vocational training course up to level 4.

What qualification levels mean From a low-income household as follows* Total Annual Income (after tax) Single person household £20,400 Couple with no children £30,800 Single parent with one child £25,100 Single parent with two or more children £33,900 Couple with one child £31,000 Couple with two or more children £42,900 *informed by Joseph Rowntree Foundation research into the Minimum Income Standard .

Excludes childcare costs and the higher cost of living in London.

In addition to our criteria, we consider certain priorities when the fund is experiencing high demand: Fewer existing qualifications Little or no past working experience Any course that is not vocational or accredited Secondary education (including studying for GCSEs or A Levels – unless returning to education as an adult) University or postgraduate degrees Individuals who already have a university or postgraduate degree A course at a private dance, drama, or music college Courses for self-employed health & beauty, animal care, and personal fitness Not a British citizen, or do not have indefinite leave to remain in the UK Debt, or costs already paid for Before you apply, please read through this criteria page in detail.

If you are confident you meet our eligibility criteria, you can access our application form here . Please note that we can only accept applications made through our online application form. Jascha Elliott, Head of Foundations charities@skinners.

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