Funding amount and term: various grant amounts available – the majority will be under £2,000 with only a few exceeding £5,000.
Funding for: projects supporting the education and development of children and young people between five and 21-years-old.
Who can apply: organisations and individuals.
Funding priorities: BlueSpark provides funding for relatively small-scale projects which might not happen at all, or would only happen on a lesser scale without their support. They are particularly keen to support projects which will help enhance the self-confidence, team-working skills and future employability of children and young people.
Any other information: see web link above.
Deadline: ongoing.
Funding amount and term: up to £20,000.
Funding for: improving the quality of life for people.
Who can apply: charities, specialist schools, CIOs, and other not-for-profit organisations including scout and guide groups, housing associations and churches.
Funding priorities: the Foundation aims to provide greater opportunities for the young, elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged by supporting capital projects in the areas of community, education, health and social welfare.
Any other information: see web link above.
Deadline: ongoing.
Funding amount and term: unclear.
Funding for: children’s most basic needs such as cookers, furniture, kitchen equipment and small appliances; children’s beds and bedding (including cots); washing machines and tumble dryers; fridges, freezers and fridge-freezers; baby equipment and clothing.
Who can apply: families with children up to the age of 17 who are living with financial, health and social difficulties.
Funding priorities: as above.
Any other information: applications must be completed by a registered referrer who is part of an organisation that is supporting the family or young person and capable of assessing their needs.
Deadline: ongoing.
Funding amount and term: various amounts have been awarded over the years.
Funding for: educational projects, holidays, care and respite, health and wellbeing, sport, play and leisure.
Who can apply: charities and organisations helping children who are disadvantaged.
Funding priorities: as above.
Any other information: grants may also be awarded to adults with learning difficulties.
Applications should be made in writing and can be submitted at any time.
Deadline: ongoing.
