UK charities and voluntary organisations can apply for grants to help children and adults suffering from severe learning difficulties and autism. The Baily Thomas General grants programme funds can be used to purchase equipment, support capital works as well and cover project and core costs. Previous grants have been used to support capital works for residential, nursing and respite care, and schools; employment schemes including woodwork, crafts, printing and horticulture; play schemes and play therapy schemes; day and social activities centres; support for families, including respite schemes; independent living schemes; support in the community schemes; and Snoezelen rooms. The next deadline for applications looking for funding over £9,000 is the 1st December 2025. Applications for £9,000 and below can be submitted at any time.

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