The Sally Brooks Grant 2025
The Lactation Consultants of Great Britain (LCGB) is delighted to announce the Sally Brooks Grant 2025/2026, offering financial support to individuals preparing to take the IBLCE exam. This grant aims to reduce financial barriers and encourage individuals who are passionate about providing lactation support in the UK.
Grant Details:
Two successful candidates will have their IBLCE examination fees fully covered.
This grant is open to applicants intending to take the IBLCE exam in September 2025, April 2026, or September 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
- September 2025 Exam: Applicants must have completed all IBLCE eligibility requirements before entry.
- April and September 2026 Exams: Applicants must have completed or be close to completing all eligibility requirements.
- Applicants must confirm that, to the best of their knowledge, they meet the eligibility requirements.
- Applicants must reside in the UK and intend to provide lactation services in the UK after earning their IBCLC certification.
Priority Consideration
LCGB is particularly interested in applicants who plan to use their IBCLC certification to support families in workplaces such as:
- NHS Trusts
- Charities
- Not-for-profit sectors
Come from or serve the following communities:
- Areas with high levels of deprivation or health inequalities
- Low disposable family income
- Single parents
- Minority ethnic group communities
- Individuals with personal barriers, including disability or health issues
- Geographical areas with limited access to IBCLC or specialist breastfeeding support
- LGBTQIA+ communities
- Marginalised communities
- Those who speak a minority language or British Sign Language (BSL)
Timeline
- Applications Open: 28th February 2025
- Application Deadline Extension: 14th April 2025
- Winners Announced: 5th May 2025
Selection Process
The grant selection involves two phases:
- Phase 1: Submission of the application form by the deadline.
- Phase 2: Informal interviews with shortlisted candidates.
Additional Information
- LCGB will mentor successful candidates informally.
- Applicants who are unsuccessful may be contacted for future opportunities or related offerings.
- Applications will be accepted from 28th February to 14th April 2025.