Online audiobook service Audible has launched an open call for applications from small charities across the UK to support projects that use audio storytelling to engage and inspire young people aged 12 to 18.

Grants of £15,000 to £30,000, along with Audible membership and resources, are available to organisations delivering activities to 150 to 300 underrepresented young people outside school settings. This includes provision through after-school clubs, community centres, youth development organisations, and literacy-focused charities.

Organisations should incorporate Audible into their existing activities through workshops, listening sessions, and guided exploration, creating opportunities for young people to engage with audio content at least every two weeks.

Organisations must have the capacity to sustain engagement over a 6-month term, and should be willing to collect and share data on youth engagement and outcomes.

Applications close on 31 July 2026.