Grants for capital projects to UK registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, including Community Interest Companies (CICs) working in the one or more of the following areas:
- Communities experiencing racial inequalities
- Disabilities including mental health and visual impairment
- Domestic and sexual abuse
- Economic disadvantage
- Homelessness
- LGBT+ communities
- Older people facing disadvantage
- Prison and rehabilitation
- Substance misuse and addiction
- Young people facing disadvantage
Small (under £10,000), Medium (£10,001 - £100,000) and Large Grants (over £100,000) are available for capital projects such as:
- Buildings - purchase, construction, renovation and/or refurbishment.
- Fittings, fixtures, and equipment - this includes but is not limited to office equipment/furniture, sports/gym equipment, digital/audio visual equipment, garden equipment, specialist therapeutic (excluding medical) equipment, and
- Vehicles - minibus, car, caravan, people-carrier, 4X4. However, the Foundation is unlikely to fund the total cost of a new vehicle, neither will it fund vehicle leasing.
The Foundation has an expectation that applicants will provide a level of matched funding. Contact the Foundation for details.
To apply, applicants should initially complete the online Eligibility Quiz on the Foundation’s website. If eligible, applicants will be able to access the online application form (a sample application form is available on the website).
Applications may be made at any time.