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This page has a list of funding bodies, some with online links and some with the ability to download the application form straight from the various funders' pages. Please contact us if we have left out a funding body or a hyperlink does not work.
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Children
in Need
Over 1,000 small grants, starting at hundreds of pounds, to projects for
disadvantaged children and young people (up to age 18). Success rate over
50%.
Application forms:
Scotland 0131 248 4225
http://www.cafonline.org
CAF
is a non-governmental organisation with a unique purpose, to increase the
substance of philanthropy around the world. Wherever we work we aim to help
donors make the most of their giving, and non profit organisations make the most
of their resources. We hope you find this site a useful way to engage with what
we do.
CAF works with charities of all kinds, helping them mobilise and manage their
resources
Comic
Relief
to meet their immediate needs and tackle the root causes of their hardship by working towards long-term change
Can be a good funding source for certain groups - main aim is "to
help meet the needs of those at greatest disadvantage in society and to
improve the quality of life in the community". Text only and
'enhanced' versions of the site available, also in Welsh. Application
forms can now be downloaded from the web.
Makes grants in five sectors: arts & heritage, education,
environment, social & economic research, social welfare
The
Halifax Bank of Scotland has launched a new fund which aims to offer charities
and communities the facilities to help themselves.
The
HBOS Foundation will seek to support and work with charitable and not-for-profit
organisations across the UK, which support people and their local communities.
A total of £20 million will be earmarked over the next five years for
community giving and focused on two guiding themes; money advice
and financial literacy, and developing and improving communities.
The
foundation will also incorporate a public policy research programme, unique to
the banking industry, which will identify how policy and social issues affect
the different regions of the country in relation to the areas supported by the
HBOS Foundation.
Phil
Hodkinson who is chief executive of insurance and investment with HBOS, said
“HBOS recognises the importance of re-investing in the communities where we
live and work. By concentrating our
funding through the Foundation we will be able to achieve more and also ensure
that our work is sustainable.
“We
also expect the Foundation to create a network where we can match the needs of
local communities and charities with the resources we have”
One
of the first organisations to secure support from the foundation was ‘Grounds
for Learning’ – a new national project that will transform school grounds
within Scotland’s 34 Social Inclusion partnership areas.
Charities
and community organisations seeking funding support from the HBOS Foundation
should contact Bruce Lowe on 0131 243 7058.
There are four funding areas. These are:
Giving Exclusions:
Lloyds TSB
Foundation for Scotland
Henry Duncan House
120 George Street
Edinburgh, EH2 4LH
Tel: 0131 225 4555
Fax: 0131 260 0381
Email: karen.l.toughill@lloydstsb.co.uk
We are an independent charitable Trust, which funds recognised charities which focus on the needs of people in Scottish communities.
Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland considers applications for funding from charities with Inland Revenue recognition and/or registered status with the Charities Commission for England and Wales. Application form can be downloaded from the website, which also has application guidelines.
The Scottish Community Foundation
supports locally based charities and community groups the length and
breadth of Scotland.
As a grant-maker and donor services agency it matches the interests of donors with the needs of communities, providing a unique and effective way in which all those who care about Scotland may channel their support.
The Scottish Community Foundation offers a range of services that may be tailored according to the particular needs of the donor concerned, providing a cost-effective and efficient means by which a donor's investment can be applied to best effect and with appropriate recognition. The Foundation is always pleased to discuss the needs of potential donors, without obligation, providing confidential advice and recommendation.
THE TUDOR TRUST (click on the title to enter site)
The Tudor Trust makes grants to charities and organisations with charitable objectives. Support is given both for capital and revenue costs. The Trustees decide which charitable purposes are to be funded. Priorities in grant making are constantly evolving and a full policy review is undertaken every three years.
The Trust is fairly selective in what it supports within relatively broad areas of activity. These guidelines give an overview of the Trust's current interests. This is not a comprehensive list; however, it offers applicants a firm indication of the Trust's priorities and what organisations and activities are unlikely to receive a grant. Demand for funding greatly exceeds availability of funds and not all applications meeting the current criteria will be successful.
The Tudor
Trust is keen to support organisations and groups which help people to
fulfil their potential and make a positive contribution to the communities
in which they live. The Trust will focus its funding where there is
significant need in both rural and urban
communities. Schemes addressing rural isolation will receive special
consideration. Projects which offer accessible, integrated and sustained
support to people who are vulnerable or only just managing are of
particular interest. The Trust will target projects working alongside young
people (9-18 year olds), families and older people livi49 in
disadvantaged or marginalised communities.
Overall success rate 29%.
Welcome to the Access Funds web site, the place for up-to-date information on sources of funds for the British non-profit sector. This site aims to provide the latest funding information from Central Government, the devolved governing bodies, EU and quangos. The information will be updated on a frequent basis and is FREE.
BT
Community Connections is a UK wide awards scheme to e-enable local
community projects. Judging panels in Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland
and each of the regions of England will award in total over £1 million of
internet ready computers to individuals or groups who wish to make a
positive impact in their community. Examples have been provided of how of
the awards can be incorporated into various community projects.
The
Hugh Fraser Foundation
Over 200 small grants, for a broad range of causes across the UK, but
especially in Scotland. Success rate 40%. Write to The Hugh Fraser
Foundation, Turcan Connell, Saltire Court, 20 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh,
EH1 2EF
Help
the Aged
Large numbers of small grants to community and voluntary groups helping
older people and their carers, including start-up grants of up to £1,000,
and grants of up to £4,000 to develop and expand forums in local areas.
Ring 020 7253 0253.
The
Robertson Trust
Over 200 grants a year for up to £3,000, mainly in Scotland. Probably
one in three applications successful. Write to The Robertson Trust,
Box 15330, Glasgow G1 2YL
The
Sir Jules Thorn Charitable Trust
A Small Donations Fund, distributing over 500 new grants a year, for
charities providing relief to sick or disabled people and other
disadvantaged groups. Most grants are for less than £1,000, for core
funding. About two in three appeals succeed. Write to The Sir Jules Thorn
Charitable Trust, 24 Manchester Square, London W1U 3TH
The
Variety Club of Great Britain
Several hundred small one-off grants (averaging about £1,000) for
children and young people. Write to The Head of Appeals, The Variety Club
of Great Britain , Variety Club House, 93 Bayham Street, London NW1 0AG
The
Garfield Weston Foundation
Several hundred small grants a year, from £500 to £5,000, covering most
fields of work. Probable success rate of over 50%. Write to The Garfield
Weston Foundation, Weston Centre, Bowater House, 68 Knightsbridge, London
SW1X 7LQ
www.ahfund.org.uk/
A registered charity
which helps to repair and give new life to historic buildings of every
kind throughout the United Kingdom. Since 1976, it has loaned over £30m
to about 400 projects, and helped many others with grants and advice.
