This is a major new investment in youth services, inspired by the King's lifelong commitment to young people.
Through the King Charles III Coronation Youth Fund, the council and local organisations will work together to expand access to arts, music, drama and sport for children and young people in H&F.
The initiative will mark a record amount of council funding to youth services in H&F and comes despite a 54 per cent cut in Government funding to council services over the last 10 years.
The Coronation Youth Fund reflects HM The King's lifelong dedication through The Prince's Trust to improving the lives of disadvantaged young people. It also supports our commitment to community safety by working to give young people opportunities in life and - by giving them a sense of pride and purpose - helps prevent them becoming victims of gang crime and exploitation.
Cllr Sharon Holder, H&F Cabinet Member for Public Realm, said:
"Everyone knows how dedicated His Majesty King Charles III is to supporting the country's young people, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. It is truly fitting that we should come together to celebrate and mark his coronation by launching a new youth fund."
The Coronation Youth Fund will support youth-focused investment across H&F, with funding split evenly between arts and culture projects and improvements to sports and leisure facilities. It will back inspiring events and activities, enhance local spaces, and help more young people access opportunities in arts, music, drama and sport.
The fund is designed to create lasting benefits for both people and places. H&F also hopes to attract additional support from third parties to grow the fund over time.
Roadshows
We will be holding two events for organisations interested in finding out more and talking to us about this scheme. No need to book. Roadshow dates are:
- Roadshow 1: Fulham Library – Wednesday 21 May 2025, 1pm
- Roadshow 2: Hammersmith Library – Thursday 22 May 2025, 2pm
Applications
The deadline for applications is 16 June 2025. See below for application form.
Funding overview
- The King's Coronation Youth Fund offers up to £800,000 in grants to support cultural and sporting activities for young people aged 0–25 across Hammersmith & Fulham.
- Organisations can apply for grants between £10,000 and £50,000, with most awards expected to be at the lower end of the scale.
- Cultural projects will have one funding round allocated in May. Sports projects will have two funding rounds, in May and September 2025.
- All funded activity must finish by December 2026.
- Cultural projects must include a public-facing element taking place between March and September 2026.
- Applications are open to not-for-profit organisations based in the borough.
- Organisations must have a year's track record, appropriate governance, safeguarding and insurance in place.
- At least 10% of the total project cost must come from other sources, with a minimum of half provided in cash.
- Projects should be co-designed with local residents and offer clear progression routes for young people to develop their interests or skills.
- All activities must be delivered by suitably qualified professionals.
- Cultural projects must be artist-led.
- Sport projects must be led by local clubs with strong community links.
- Projects should include formal recognition of achievement for participants, such as Arts Awards, Sports Awards, or digital badges.
Apply
New applicants must attend a one-to-one advice session before applying, this is a mandatory step to help strengthen proposals and ensure eligibility.
Guide to applying for the King Charles III Coronation Youth Fund
If you have any questions, please contact KCYF@lbhf.gov.uk
