Through this Fund, organisations in England can apply for funding to deliver targeted early interventions for children and young people aged 10 to 18 who are showing signs of inappropriate or problematic attitudes and behaviours around gender and relationships.

The Youth Endowment Fund’s Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Prevention Programme (Objective 2) will fund and evaluate interventions delivered in educational settings that address these concerns before they escalate into more serious harm or require statutory intervention.

Registered charities, companies, community interest companies and statutory bodies can apply.

Activities may include training and support for teachers and school staff, tools and resources to support early identification, and approaches that help educational settings respond safely and appropriately.

There is no minimum or maximum grant amount.

A webinar recording is available to view for information about the fund.

The fund is delivered in partnership with the Department for Education and the Home Office.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Wednesday 2 September 2026.

Find the full details and apply at the Youth Endowment Fund website here.