Monthly Micro-Grants for Podcasters 2025-’26
Oct 17th
Our Microgrants for Podcasters Programme has returned for 2025-2026 and this year, things are looking a little different!
*** OUR MONTHLY MICROGRANTS ARE CURRENTLY ON PAUSE ***
Amber, our Studio and Production Manager, is currently on a sabbatical travelling. She has done a wonderful job managing our grant scheme this year, and whilst the rest of Content is Queen HQ is working reduced hours over the Summer, we’ve put a pause on our monthly grant scheme.
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Our grants will be rolling out monthly, giving more creators the opportunity to receive cash funding and work closer with our team to bring their ideas to life.
Applications will open on a rolling monthly basis, but you can only apply twice throughout the 12-month programme, so make sure to pick the themes that best fit your podcast idea. Please note that pitches are limited each month, so apply within the deadline window to be in with a chance of receiving a grant.
***Bookmark this page and come back soon to apply for one that fits your idea.***
What should I pitch?
Whether you’re producing a powerful trailer, launching an original pilot, or crafting a stand-alone episode for your existing series, this grant is here to help you make it happen.
Each month will feature a different theme, inspiring a variety of stories and styles, and we’ve listed the 12 months of themes below so you can plan your applications in advance.
What do I receive?
The help you receive will be tailored to what best supports your creative journey. Whether you need 1:1 sessions, production support, or studio time.
One person or group will receive the grant and support each month.
How do I apply?
*** OUR MONTHLY MICROGRANTS ARE CURRENTLY ON PAUSE ***
What we’re looking for
The themes for future months are as follows:
- September 2026 theme: Curious Minds – the wonder of tech & science (opening date TBC)
- October 2026 theme: Comedy Gold (opening date TBC)
- November 2026 theme: Nature and the Outside World (opening date TBC)
Past themes:
- December 2025 theme: Voices of Change (CLOSED)
- January 2026 theme: Global Impact (CLOSED)
- February 2026 theme: Drama in Your Ears (CLOSED)
- March 2026 theme: Community Icon (CLOSED)
- April 2026 theme: Children’s Champion (CLOSED)
- May 2026 theme: Health & Wellbeing (CLOSED)
- June 2026 theme: Routes & Roots (CLOSED)
- July 2026 theme: Making Waves (CLOSED)
- August 2026 theme: Learning Out Loud (CLOSED)
Who Can Apply
- Creators worldwide (individuals only).
- New or existing podcasters.
- Disabled individuals, racialised individuals, LGBTQIA+ community members, and those from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or older.
Who Can’t Apply
- Registered businesses or organisations with over 10 employees or a turnover exceeding £50k.
- Schools or charities.
Key Terms
Commitment
- Applicant must commit to a minimum of 1 hour weekly production calls.
Payment Terms
- UK Applicants: Must provide a valid UK bank account in the lead applicant’s name.
- International Applicants: Must provide a PayPal account with matching name and email. If payment details are not supplied within 14 days of request, the grant will be forfeited.
- Payments will be tied to achieving key milestones outlined at the start of the project.
Reporting Requirements
Grant recipients must provide evidence of how the grant was used by 6:00PM GMT, on the last day of the following month they received the grant. Evidence can include:
- Audio files
- Artwork
- Social media ad reports
- Recorded pilot
- Equipment receipts
- Additional Terms
Intellectual Property
- Content is Queen does not claim ownership of any podcast developed through the grant.
Crediting
- Grant recipients must credit Content is Queen as a supporter, partner, or funder in any published work resulting from the grant.
Grant Payment Instalments
- Payments may be made in instalments based on project milestones agreed upon at the outset.
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