At SNG, we’re committed to investing in our communities—especially young people. The SNG #iwill Fund provides £1.5 million in opportunities for youth social action, giving young people a voice in shaping their communities and futures.
Launched in 2022, the fund is part of a £66 million joint investment from The National Lottery Community Fund and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS).
Through the SNG #iwill Fund, various programmes support youth social action in different areas. Organisations can apply for grants to run projects that align with the programme’s criteria.
Discover more about our programmes below:
SNG #iwill Fund - Get Involved
Whether you're a young change maker or an organisation eager to support youth-led initiatives, the SNG #iwill Fund offers many ways to get involved.
SNG #iwill Fund 1.0
SNG #iwill Fund 1.0 was a £450k initiative designed to empower young people to shape their housing and community future.
SNG #iwill Fund 2.0 – Wellbeing Champions Programme (WCP)
A three-year project (October 2023 - December 2026) investing £1 million with a focus on mental health and wellbeing for young people.
SNG #iwill Fund 2.0 – Wellbeing & Social Action Festivals
Over the next three years, we will be holding 12 Wellbeing & Social Action Festivals, one per SNG locality, to create a space for networking, community connection, mental health and career support.
SNG Youth Social Action Network
Designed for organisations and individuals interested in youth social action, looking for opportunities to grow their network, and explore new ways to empower young people to make a difference.
#iwill Intergenerational Social Action (ISA) programme
We've teamed up with Clarion Futures, the charitable foundation of Clarion Housing Group, and Places for People to launch the ISA programme, investing £100k in connecting older and younger residents.