BBC Children in Need distributes grants to not-for-profit organisations working with disadvantaged children and young people, under the age of 18, living in the UK.

Children in Need

The charity aims to positively change the lives of those affected by:

* disability;
* behavioural or psychological problems;
* poverty or situations of deprivation; and
* illness, distress, abuse or neglect.

Grants from £500 to over £100,000 are available for up to three years at a time. The funds can be used to meet a wide range of costs. Priority will be given to projects that:

* improve young people's choice and opportunity;
* enhance young people's abilities;
* encourage independence;
* build confidence and self-esteem;
* involve disabled young people and adults as positive role models;
* counter negative attitudes and barriers to participation; and
* recognise the needs of families and carers.

The closing date for receipt of application is 15 January 2009.

Go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/pudsey/grants/apply.shtml