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Grant Genie was founded in 2023 by the Adam Boddison and Ian Boddison as On Radar. Despite the unusual surname, we don't think the dynamic duo at the helm of Grant Genie are related.

There is lots of funding available to UK charities but much of the money doesn't reach where it is needed most. This is frustrating for both the charities and for the grant makers.

At Grant Genie we are on a mission to help charities find funding and operate efficiently.

We do this by harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help charities quickly go from a project idea to a fully formed grant application.

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Grant Genie Technical Director Brings Back Big Ideas from National Entrepreneurs Convention to Support UK Charities

Coventry, UK – 6th October 2025 – With UK charities facing a funding crunch, one Coventry-based entrepreneur is determined to give them the tools they need to thrive. Ian Boddison, Technical Director at Grant Genie, has just returned from spending two days with over 1,400 business leaders at the National Entrepreneurs Convention in Birmingham, bringing back fresh strategies to help charities unlock more grant funding.

The Convention, hosted by the Entrepreneurs Circle, brought together some of the UK’s most ambitious entrepreneurs to share insights on innovation, growth, and resilience. For Ian, the event was more than just inspiration – it was an opportunity to adapt proven business tactics to the charity sector.

“Charities are businesses in all but name. They have customers, they deliver vital services, and they must generate sustainable income – but the odds are stacked against them right now,” Ian explained. “Being in a room with 1,400 entrepreneurs fired me up to find new ways for Grant Genie to give charities the edge, whether that’s by using AI to identify overlooked funding or by streamlining the bid-writing process.”

Grant Genie, now in its third year, has already helped hundreds of UK charities connect with millions of pounds in potential funding. With donations falling due to the cost-of-living crisis, the platform’s role is more important than ever.

“As entrepreneurs, we constantly look for smarter ways of doing things,” Ian added. “That’s exactly what charities need – smarter tools, smarter processes, and the confidence to go after the funding that’s available to them. My mission is to bring those entrepreneurial ideas back into the third sector.”

Charities Face Funding Squeeze as Donations Drop ‑ AI Platform Grant Genie Opens Doors to Billions in Unclaimed Grants

Coventry, UK – 10th September 2025 – With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to squeeze household budgets, UK charities are under increasing pressure. Donations are falling, demand for services is rising, and many organisations risk being unable to meet the needs of their communities. Yet billions of pounds in grant funding go unclaimed every year.

Grant Genie, an AI-driven funding platform, is helping charities bridge the gap. By intelligently matching organisations with relevant funding opportunities and simplifying the grant application process, Grant Genie ensures that even small, resource-stretched charities can compete for vital funding.

“Charities are doing more with less, and the current economic climate has made fundraising harder than ever,” said Ian Boddison, Technical Director at Grant Genie. “The reality is that traditional donations aren’t enough to sustain services. Our mission is to make sure no charity misses out on the funding that’s already available to them.”

Since launching over two years ago, Grant Genie has supported dozens of UK charities, providing access to tailored grant opportunities and AI-assisted application tools. The platform not only identifies suitable grants but also helps draft compelling applications, saving charities valuable time and resources.

“As the pressure mounts on the third sector, we want to ensure every charity has the tools to survive and thrive,” added Ian. “Grant Genie exists to level the playing field.”