How to Apply - closed

Thank you for completing our checklist.
Applications will be open from Monday 2nd February 2026 until 10pm Sunday 15th. February 2026
Please return to our checklist then. If we are the right funder for you, you will be directed
to the application page.

Once open, we hope our process will save you valuable time by not asking for too much detail in the first instance.

We only respond to approaches when the short form is available on completion of the check list.
If we wish to consider your request further, we will ask you to complete an application form. Our intention is to save you time by not asking for unnecessary detail.
We will endeavour to acknowledge all approaches.
Application forms will be reviewed and shortlisted
At each stage, we will do our best to keep you informed of the status of their application.

Individuals, or organisations applying on behalf of individuals
Capital projects relating to building or refurbishment.
Larger and National charities including local branches of National organisations even where they are charities in their own right.
Statutory bodies, universities, colleges, schools, nurseries, playgroups or crèches
One-off events such as holidays, trips, festivals, concerts and the like.
Sports and leisure where there isn’t a strong and lasting social welfare focus
Retrospective funding: costs that have already been incurred.

A copy of our grant making police can be accessed here:

grant_making_policy_-_april_2025.pdf
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