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Social Mobility Fund
The Social Mobility Fund is dedicated to breaking down barriers to opportunity in Jersey, ensuring that where someone starts in life doesn’t limit where they can go. Social mobility is about giving everyone a fair chance to succeed through access to education, enriching experiences, strong networks, and meaningful opportunities.
We fund practical projects that help people improve their life chances, particularly those facing disadvantage. These might include extra-curricular learning, cultural or sporting activities, skills development, mentoring, or research into what works.
Application deadline: Grant Round Closing Dates
What is Social Mobility?
Social mobility is the ability to move up (or down) the social and economic ladder. It reflects how much someone’s background, including family income, education, or neighbourhood, shapes their future opportunities.
Mobility can be:
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Educational (achieving more than your parents or peers)
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Occupational (accessing secure, skilled, or better-paid jobs)
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Income-based (gaining financial security or stability)
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Social (benefiting from networks, mentors, or life experiences)
When social mobility is high, talent and hard work matter more than early-life circumstances. Greater mobility leads to stronger communities, a more skilled workforce, and fairer, more resilient societies.
Who Can Apply
We welcome applications from:
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Registered Jersey charitable organisations
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Primary and secondary schools in Jersey
Projects must be delivered in Jersey or benefit Jersey residents directly. All applications must meet at least one charitable purpose under the Charities (Jersey) Law 2014.
Grants sizes will range from £500 to £10,000
Examples of funding:
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After-school and holiday programmes in areas with limited access to enrichment activities
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Creative arts or drama programmes that build confidence, social skills, and resilience
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Projects in specific areas such as St Helier and surrounding communities
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Support for disadvantaged pupils to raise aspirations around further education and employment
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Support for young carers whose responsibilities limit educational engagement
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Skills training and employment readiness support for young people or adults facing disadvantage
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Tackling digital exclusion or language barriers
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Supported work placements, apprenticeships, or internships in hard-to-access sectors
What’s not funded
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Projects that do not align with the fund’s priorities
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General education provision that is already funded through statutory services
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Projects without a clear link to social mobility outcomes
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One-off events or performances without ongoing engagement or support
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Activities that duplicate mainstream government services unless there is a clear unmet need
About the Fund
The Social Mobility Fund is managed by the Jersey Community Foundation. It was established to help ensure everyone in Jersey has a fair chance to thrive, regardless of their background. Funding is provided through contributions from generous donors who are passionate about addressing disadvantage and promoting equal opportunity.
We work in partnership with charities, community groups and donors to identify projects that make a lasting difference.
Supporting documents to be provided
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Evidence that the cost of the item or items to be funded has been obtained and is reasonably priced, which may include a selection of quotes or online comparisons.
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The most recent financial statements of the recipient to demonstrate both good financial management and sustainability.
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A project budget and details of other sources of funding where the costs are not solely sought from the fund.
Further research on Social Mobility in Jersey can be found on Policy Centre Jersey’s website:
