Grant match-funding and project budget calculator

How the estimate works

Grant = eligible project cost × intervention rate. Applicant contribution = eligible project cost − grant. Accepted in-kind contributions reduce applicant cash, but do not pay invoices. Cash required before reimbursement assumes all cash costs are paid before the remaining grant arrives; subtract available project cash to estimate a bridge.

For a £100,000 eligible project at 50% support, the grant is £50,000. With no advance and no in-kind contribution, you need £100,000 available before reimbursement. If you already have £50,000, the additional bridge is £50,000.

Check the scheme rules first

Use eligible costs only. VAT recovery, expenditure timing, grant caps, procurement, contributions from other funders and accepted in-kind support vary by scheme. This model excludes loan interest, payment delays, milestone timing and VAT; it is a planning estimate rather than an award or cashflow forecast.

See GOV.UK Find a Grant and the specific funder's award conditions.

Can I count volunteer time or staff time?

Only if the funder explicitly permits it and you can evidence the valuation. Leave in-kind at zero unless you have confirmed this.