Application deadline:  16 November 2026

The DPS Social Commitment Programme – Helping to end homelessness

A specialist accelerator learning programme and grant funding for organisations in England and Wales tackling the causes and consequences of homelessness.

💷 £7k or £10k grant
💪 Create a strong and resilient organisation
🧠 Learn to generate more income
🧪 Innovate and improve solutions to housing insecurity
🏅 Become a better and more confident leader

Open to anyone addressing the causes and consequences of homelessness in England and Wales, this programme will help you build a resilient business model through a tailored learning programme and grant funding. You’ll learn from experts and each other to grow both your organisation and its impact on those facing housing insecurity.

What you get on the programme:

  • Specialist learning and development programme
  • Grant funding of up to £7,000 or £10,000
  • Ready-made network of others like you
  • Expert insights
  • Peer-to-peer learning
  • Connections with further income opportunities
  • Join our community of 7k+ SSE fellows

⭐ Applications are open now
⌛ Deadline to apply is 16th November at 12pm

Visit the School for Social Entrepreneurs website to find out more about the programme and register your interest to access the guidance notes for more details on eligibility https://www.the-sse.org/programme/the-dps-social-commitment-programme-activate/

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