FAQs
We’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions to support your application process
Please read this guidance carefully before submitting a grant application.
Eligibility Criteria
- Only UK charities registered with the Charity Commission or exempt charities are eligible.
- We do not fund Community Interest Companies (CICs) or individuals.
- Organisations awaiting charity registration are not eligible.
Grants are awarded to UK registered or exempt charities for the purpose of furthering objectives in the UK or overseas.
Grant Application Guidelines
Applications must be submitted via our website. Submissions by email or post will not be accepted.
- Contact: Person submitting the application.
- Primary Contact: Chief Executive or organisational equivalent.
- Any changes to contact details during the grant period must be reported via email immediately.
Letter of Support from Chief Executive or organisational equivalent
- On official letterhead and including authorized signature
- Must include name, title, address, direct email, and direct phone number
Cover Letter
- From the contact
- On headed paper
Application
- Maximum of 3 A4 pages
- Use bullet points, be concise, and avoid repetition
- Include details of other funding (secured or pending)
Budget
- One page only
- Provide a detailed breakdown in table format.
Supplier Quote
- A current quote from a supplier is required if the application is for equipment funding.
- Draft applications will not be reviewed due to the high volume of applications we receive.
- Grant amounts typically start from £2,500; please specify the amount you are requesting.
- Only one application may be submitted at a time.
- Multi-year funding may be considered depending on the circumstances.
- Please exclude design graphics as they create large files that hinder processing.
- Reapplication by grant holders is permitted only after the grant period ends and the final report has been submitted.
Deadlines: There are no fixed deadlines. Applications are accepted year-round.
Decision Timeline: Please allow up to 4 months for a response. If you do not receive a response within this period, your application has not been successful.
Trustee Meetings: Dates of trustee meetings are not disclosed.
Successful Applicants
- Please review the letter carefully, paying close attention to the grant terms and reporting requirements.
- If you agree to the terms, sign the letter electronically. It will be automatically returned to us via Docusign.
Eligibility
You may claim your payment only after formally accepting your grant by signing and returning the award letter via Docusign.
Bank Statement
Upload a bank statement via our website along with a covering letter. The statement must:
- Be dated within the last 3 months
- Clearly show your charity’s name, address, sort code, and account number.
If the statement is incomplete or non-compliant, the grant will not be paid.
Payment Receipt
As soon as you receive a payment, please submit a receipt on your charity’s letterhead via our website accompanied by a covering letter. The receipt must include:
- Date of receipt
- Amount received
Reporting
As part of your grant agreement, we welcome brief progress reports or updates throughout the duration of your project. Reports should be submitted via our website along with a covering letter.
These updates are an important condition of your grant and help us:
- Understand how your project is progressing
- Stay informed about key developments and milestones
Your progress report should include:
- Details of any underspend of grant funds
- A summary of the project’s progress
Submission of a final report is a condition of the grant. It should be uploaded via our website along with a covering letter. Please note the following:
When to Submit
- At the end of your project, or at the end of the grant period, whichever comes first.
- Submit your final report no later than 3 months after project completion.
What to Include
Your report should be concise, use bullet points, and avoid repetition. It should typically cover:
- Brief description of the project and how it was conducted
- Assessment of objectives: How well the project met the goals stated in your original application
- Challenges encountered during the project
- Outcomes and impact of the project
- Financial summary: A table comparing final costs with the original budget
- Underspend: Clearly state if any of our grant funding remains unspent
Please do not include design graphics in your report, as they may make it difficult to process.
Re-Applying
Existing grant holders may re-apply only after the grant period has ended and the final report has been submitted via our website.
Requests to re-apply must not be included in the final report, as they will not be considered.
If your application is unsuccessful, please wait 12 months from the date of submission before reapplying.
- Due to the high volume of applications, we do not respond to all submissions.
If you do not hear from us within 4 months, your application has not been successful. - We do not provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.
- If your application is unsuccessful, please wait 12 months from the date of submission before reapplying.
Contacting Us
Due to high application volumes, we are unable to respond to individual queries. Please refer to our FAQs for guidance.
We are unable to meet with all applicants. If further discussion is needed, we will contact you directly.
Trustees may occasionally visit funded projects to observe progress.
Note:
FAQs are subject to change and may be updated without prior notice. Please refer to the latest version before submitting your application.
