Non-Fixture Related Grants 2026
(amended)HBLB is pleased to announce the launch of the latest round of non-fixture related grant funding.
Proposals for grants for the period 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026 are now invited. This process excludes racing fixture-related items such as prize money, raceday services grants or items falling within HBLB’s veterinary science and education budget, which have their own processes. Applications are welcomed for projects and activities that support HBLB's statutory objectives and the 13 Racing Outcomes set out in the Grant Guidance Notes (see below).
The 2026 grant application, evaluation and decision process will run as follows, although the decision date remains subject to amendment and is at the discretion of the HBLB Board:
Grant application window: From 14 July 2025 to 22 August 2025
Assessment of grant applications: 26 August 2025 to 3 October 2025
HBLB Board Decision: Mid-October
Notification to grant applicants: Early-November
All applications/re-submissions must be received by 5pm on 22 August 2025.
Detailed guidance on non-fixture related grants and how to apply can be downloaded using the link below.
Non-Fixture Grants Guidance Notes 2026.pdf
Grant applications must be made online using the HBLB Funding Gateway (https://funding.hblb.org.uk). The funding gateway is HBLB’s new platform dedicated to Non-Fixture Related Grants applications and reviews.
Any enquiries on the grant process or individual applications must be sent to: grants.admin@hblb.org.uk.