Frequently-asked questions
Q: Although we are not yet registered as a charity, we are a non-profit
making body doing charitable work; may we apply?
A: No. Only UK registered charities or those properly exempt qualify for
grants.
Q: I am an individual who is raising money for a charity that fits your
guidelines; may I apply?
A: No.
Q: We have several projects and are unsure which will stand the best
chance of success; may I apply for more than one?
A: Yes, you can apply for more than one project, but you should
telephone or email the grants administrator for
advice before doing so.
Q: We are a charity that struggles to raise running costs and cannot
therefore submit a separate project for funding; are we barred from
applying?
A: You should contact the grants administrator
for advice before submitting an application. Although the Trustees prefer to
fund individual projects, they may fund core (or on-going running) costs if
there are exceptional reasons to do so.
Q: How much should I apply for?
A: Grants vary in size and depend on a number of factors including the
total funding requirement, charity size, purpose, and the amount that we
have available for distribution. It is generally advisable to tell us what
the project will cost, how much is raised so far, and potential for other
funding, and the Trustees will then reach their own conclusions and award an
amount they consider appropriate.
Q: Are grants payable over a period of time, say for 2 to 3 years?
A: Grants are usually one-off payments and we rarely commit to future
funding. However, we are happy to receive separate applications on
successive years even if for the same project (where for example a large
capital appeal is running for some time).
Q. We received a grant last year; may we apply again?
A. Yes, you may apply every year irrespective of whether you are
successful or not.
Q: Can I email my application?
A: We do not accept emailed applications.
Q: We have missed the deadline, can we apply late?
A: We do not normally consider late applications. If there are
exceptional circumstances, you should telephone the
grants administrator for advice.
Q: Can we apply early?
A: If you apply too early (see
deadlines), you are likely to be asked to reapply at the relevant time,
or asked to update nearer the deadline if your appeal is large and likely to
be running for some time.
Q: Will you want a report after a grant has been paid?
A: We ask applicants to submit a short update on projects to which we
have contributed by the application deadline the following year, i.e. the
following:
31 January in the field of care of the blind and people with a learning
disability and 31 August in the field of cancer care and conservation of the
countryside.
Q: Can we publicise your involvement if we receive a grant?
A: No, we do not like any publicity. This is not however a secrecy
provision and you may tell anyone who needs to know including other
potential funders, or other charities who may wish to approach us. But
please do not name us in your advertising literature or, for instance, your
annual review.
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