Grants are available for not-for-profit and educational institutions within 50 miles of nBS’ offices in Solihull and Leeds to support projects that have a positive impact on local communities, improve places and spaces, and provide opportunities for individuals to reach their potential.
nPower Business Solutions announced on 12 June 2025 that it is committing an additional £5 million to the nBS Foundation, bringing its total funding to £10 million. This will enable the fund to continue beyond the initial plans to run for two years (2024-2026).
Since its launch in spring 2024, it has supported 46 projects in the Midlands. The support ranges from funding for new equipment to supporting survivors of domestic abuse and modern slavery to sustainability projects such as installing solar panels and grants for electric vehicles.
Funding is available in three bands, up to £100,000.
An organisation with a turnover of more than £50,000 can apply for:
- Up to £19,999
- £20,000 to £39,999
- £40,000 to £100,000
An organisation with a turnover of less than £50,000 can apply for up to £19,999.
Who Can Apply
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be based within a 50 mile radius of the npower Business Solutions office in either Solihull or Leeds.
- Be a not-for-profit organisation.
- Have been operational for two years.
Parish Councils are currently not eligible to apply.
Eligible Expenditure
The funding aims to:
- Improve the environment.
- Forge stronger community bonds.
- Support local educational institutions.
- Encourage responsible business.
- Improve places and spaces.
Eligible projects could include, but are not limited to:
- Energy efficiency and carbon reduction measures
- Waste reduction and recycling initiatives
- Improvements to outdoor environments
- Training programmes that develop local skills and employment opportunities.
Location
West Midlands and Yorkshire: within a 50 mile radius of postcodes B91 3ES or LS15 8ZB
How To Apply
The online application form, frequently asked questions and two short videos can be found on the npower Business Solutions Foundation website.
The videos explain the eligibility criteria and provide an overview of the application process.
There are no deadlines for applications. Award decisions are made on a quarterly basis.
Applications submitted from:
- 1 April to 30 June 2025 are reviewed in July 2025 with awards in August 2025.
- 1 July to 30 September 2025 are reviewed in October 2025 with awards in November 2025.
- 1 October to 31 December 2025 are reviewed in January 2026 with awards in February 2026.
- 1 January 2026 to 31 March 2026 are reviewed in April 2026 with awards in May 2026.