Am I Eligible for Funding? A Quick Guide Before You Apply
We love supporting organisations that are making a real difference, and we want the application process to feel clear, positive, and worthwhile from the start.
If you’re thinking about applying for funding, this guide will help you quickly check whether your project is likely to be eligible before you begin.
What We Fund
Our grants are designed to support projects that advance our core charitable aims:
1. The advancement of health
This might include physical health, mental wellbeing, community health initiatives, preventative support, or anything that helps people live healthier lives.
2. Supporting people in need
Particularly those affected by:
- Age
- Ill Health
- Disability
If your project clearly contributes to one (or more) of these, you’re already on the right track.
Our Priority Themes
Following research within our community, we’re particularly interested in projects that align with some key focus areas, including:
- Mental wellbeing support
- Health screenings and early intervention
- Dementia support and support for carers
- Fitness, wellbeing, and healthy lifestyle initiatives
These themes help us direct funding where we know it can make the biggest difference.
Unfortunately, applications from individuals for personal benefit don’t meet our criteria -funding must benefit the wider community.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from a range of organisations, including:
- Registered charities
- Community groups and projects
- Social enterprises
- Some businesses or public sector organisations delivering charitable outcomes
In line with guidance from the Charity Commission, funding can sometimes go to non-charitable organisations – as long as the funded work clearly serves public benefit and aligns with our charitable objectives.
Have You Received Funding Before?
You’re very welcome to apply again – we love building ongoing relationships.
We just ask that:
The project is new, or you’re developing or expanding previous work in a meaningful way.
This helps ensure funds continue creating fresh, bigger impact.
What Trustees Consider Before Funding
Before any grant is awarded, our Trustees carefully review whether:
- The project aligns with our charitable purposes
- Funding will genuinely benefit the community
- Risks have been assessed appropriately
- Monitoring and reporting will ensure transparency
- Funds will be used exactly as intended
This isn’t about bureaucracy – it’s about making sure every pound creates real, measurable
impact.
What Makes a Strong Application?
The most successful applications usually include:
- Clear explanation of the unmet need
- Evidence supporting why the project matters
- Defined outcomes and measurable impact
- A realistic budget and timeline
- Named project leads or responsible individuals
- Transparency about other funding sources
Sometimes applicants may be invited to present their proposal – this is simply a chance to explore your idea together.
A Final Word Before You Apply
If your project:
- Advances health or supports people in need
- Benefits the wider community
- Has clear goals and impact
- Aligns with our charitable mission
…we’d absolutely love to hear from you.
Please note, applications close on Friday 27th March 2026.
