WCIT’s purpose is to use the power of tech for impact through digital inclusion, education, charitable, and public engagement initiatives across the entire UK. Every year, it supports a variety of charities through its grant-making programme and by providing pro bono support to a multitude of organisations. The next deadline is 18th August.
Makes grants to projects which fall under one of the four priority areas:
All the projects funded must make use of IT. They are more likely to fund projects which demonstrate an innovative use of IT, can be developed into a model for wider replication, are sustainable and focus on outcomes which can be formally reported on.
The WCIT also provide pro-bono IT support. If you require independent strategic level pro-bono help for your IT project, contact they Charity Coordinator on the email provided to discuss how they can help.
Who can apply
Registered charities, educational establishments or organisations with a formal not-for-profit constitution (such as a community interest company).
When to apply
Applications may be submitted at any time and are considered four times a year. The next deadline is 5pm on 18th August.