📍 Lambeth & Southwark · Pitch Night 2026

Got an idea that could improve your community?

THINC Fund is back with a Pitch Night giving residents of Lambeth or Southwark a chance to win up to £10,000 to bring your project to life.

For young people aged 16–30 ready to turn ideas into impact

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£10K

First prize — per winner

Ages 18–30 (×2 winners) £10,000

Under 18 prizes (×2) £2,500

Applications close [xx April 2026]

THINC Fund Pitch Night Up to £10,000 available Lambeth & Southwark Ages 16–30 Mental Health & Wellbeing Access to Healthy Choices THINC Fund Pitch Night Up to £10,000 available Lambeth & Southwark Ages 16–30 Mental Health & Wellbeing Access to Healthy Choices

About the Fund

Bold ideas deserve real investment.

THINC Fund is back — this time hosting a Pitch Night designed to back bold ideas from young people who want to improve health and wellbeing in Lambeth and Southwark.

Whether you're just starting out or already running a project, this is your chance to secure funding, receive coaching, and pitch your idea for real investment.

Successful applicants will pitch for £10,000 — and there might be additional prizes available across categories. 😉

We fund projects that focus on

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Priority focus area

Access to Healthy Choices

Priority focus area

Your project can be

A one-off event A short-term programme An ongoing initiative

No minimum project length — just make it meaningful.

Funding & Prizes

What's up for grabs?

First Prize · Ages 18–30

£10,000

Each winner receives £10,000 to bring their project to life. Pitching is open to all eligible applicants aged 18–30.

× 2 winners

Under 18 Prize

£2,500

Dedicated prizes for young changemakers aged 16–17, with applications processed via a separate fund.

× 2 winners

💡 Note: All applicants initially apply for the £10,000 award. Shortlisted applicants aged 16–17 will be moved into the Under 18 category.

Eligibility

Is this for you?

You can apply if you are

Aged 16–30 (16–17 apply via a separate fund)
Living in Lambeth or Southwark
Running — or planning to run — a project in Lambeth or Southwark

Your project must

Take place in Lambeth and/or Southwark
Primarily benefit local residents

Who should benefit?

Your project must support at least one priority community:

People with disabilities

People experiencing homelessness

Black, Asian & ethnic minority communities

People on low incomes

Insecure immigration status

Multiple health conditions

Young people in / leaving care

Unpaid carers

LGBTQ+ communities

How to Apply

Two steps to the stage.

Submit Your Idea

Record a short video explaining your idea. Complete the application form and make sure you include the link to your video. Keep it clear, passionate, and real.

Pitch Night

Shortlisted applicants pitch their idea live at Pitch Night — in front of a panel and an audience. This is your moment to bring your vision to life.

🎯 Support included: Shortlisted applicants will receive coaching sessions to help prepare for Pitch Night. You won't be doing this alone. Applications close [xx April 2026].

Ready to Pitch?

Bring your vision to life.

Make a real impact in your community. Apply now and take the first step towards turning your idea into something that matters.

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