Double the Difference, Double the Impact
2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year at Big Give. From arts and culture to climate action, children’s welfare to small charities, women and girls to our flagship Christmas Challenge – we’re bringing together funders, charities and the public to unlock millions of pounds in vital funding.
Whether you’re a charity ready to grow your impact, a funder looking to amplify your giving, or a donor wanting your generosity to go twice as far, Big Give’s match funding campaigns are here to make it happen. And with opportunities to run bespoke campaigns, year-round, there’s never been a better time to get involved.
Here’s what’s coming up on Big Give in 2026:
Arts for Impact
Celebrating creativity as a force for good. This seven-day campaign supports arts and culture charities across the UK working to achieve powerful social impact.
Campaign Dates: 17th – 24th March 2026
Campaign Partner: Figurative Philanthropy for Arts & Culture
Match funding model: Multi
Champion funds available: £1,000 – £7,500 via the 1:1 model of match funding, and up to £15,000 via the pledge model (subject to annual income)
Key charity dates:
- 20th October 2025: Applications open
- 17th December 2025: Applications close
- 16th January 2026: Pledge deadline
- 4th February 2026: Offer deadline
- 17th – 24th March 2026: Campaign
Earth Raise (formerly the Green Match Fund)
Our biggest moment for the planet, uniting donors, funders and charities to tackle today’s most pressing environmental challenges.
Campaign Dates: 22nd – 29th April 2026 (#WorldEarthDay)
Campaign Partner: Environmental Funders Network
Match funding model: Multi
Champion funds available: £1,000 – £10,000 via the 1:1 model of match funding, and up to £50,000 via the pledge model (subject to annual income)
Key charity dates:
- 3rd November 2025: Applications open
- 16th January 2026: Applications close
- 13th February 2026: Pledge deadline
- 4th March 2026: Offer deadline
- 22nd – 29th April 2026: Campaign
Champions for Children by The Childhood Trust
A two-week campaign providing unrestricted funding to charities working to alleviate the impact of poverty on children across London.
Campaign Dates: 2nd – 16th June 2026
Campaign Partner: The Childhood Trust
Match funding model: Multi
Champion funds available: £2,000 – £5,000 via the 1:1 model of match funding, and up to £50,000 via the pledge model (subject to annual income)
Key dates:
- 5th January 2026: Applications open
- 6th February 2026: Applications close
- 13th March 2026: Pledge deadline
- 8th April 2026: Offer deadline
- 2nd – 16th June 2026: Campaign
Small Charity Week
Small charities, big impact. This campaign strengthens the UK’s small charity sector by building resilience, skills and profile, while raising vital unrestricted funds.
Campaign Dates: 22nd – 29th June 2026
Campaign Partner: Global’s Make Some Noise & NCVO
Match funding model: 1:1
Champion funds available: £500 – £10,000 (subject to annual income)
Key dates:
- 5th January 2026: Applications open
- 11th February 2026: Applications close
- 6th May 2026: Offer deadline
- 22nd – 29th June 2026: Campaign
Women and Girls Match Fund
Further details to be announced for this campaign soon.
Christmas Challenge
Our flagship campaign. Each year, the Christmas Challenge brings together hundreds of charities and thousands of donors to unlock millions in funding across every charitable cause.
Campaign Dates: 1st – 8th December 2026 (#GivingTuesday)
Match funding model: Pledge
Champion funds available: £1000 – £25,000 (subject to annual income)
Key dates:
- 11th May 2026: Applications open
- 3rd July 2026: Applications close
- 28th August 2026: Pledge deadline
- 7th October 2026: Offer deadline
- 1st – 8th December 2026: Campaign
Upcoming Opportunities
At Big Give, we know that powerful stories inspire powerful giving. Alongside our match funding campaigns, we’re celebrating the creativity of our charity partners through film and photography, tools that can help charities stand out, connect with donors, and make the most of their campaigns.
Smiley Charity Film Awards 2026
We’re proud to support the world’s largest cause-based film campaign, showcasing how storytelling can spark empathy and drive donations. Open to all registered charities, CICs and social enterprises in the UK, the Smiley Charity Film Awards offer a unique platform to raise your profile, reach new audiences, and create lasting impact, both on screen and during your Big Give campaign. Find out how to enter.
The 2026 Big Photo Challenge
Our annual Big Photo Challenge captures the heart of the sector through images that do more than tell stories; they connect donors to the causes they care about. These photos often bring Big Give campaigns to life, helping charities build trust and inspire supporters when it matters most. Stay tuned for updates on how to take part in 2026.
Be part of something bigger in 2026
This year, we’re not just running campaigns, we’re building movements. Movements that empower charities, inspire generosity, and double the difference for causes across the UK and beyond.
Donors: Sign up for our mailing list to stay on top of deadlines, reminders, and get important campaign insights.
Funders: Ready to become a Big Give Champion? Get in touch to explore how you can double your impact in 2026.
Together, let’s make 2026 a year of extraordinary impact.