Applying for a grant

 

Youth Work Aid Fund

Apply online: Application Form or if you are applying for less than £1,000 the Small Grants Application Form

 

Grants for charitable activities in the county of Cumbria

Funded by an anonymous private donor

£10,000 available this year

Last year we gave 2 grants of £5,000 each

Who can apply?

  • Charitable groups helping people facing disadvantage, particularly those supporting youth aged 12 upwards.  The Fund will favour organisations at risk of losing a paid member of staff.
  • New organisations needing small grants to cover start-up costs such as insurance will also be a priority

If you are interested, please read the following details carefully along with our Applying for Money guidelines sheet.

We will not fund
* individuals, unless directed by the donor
* expeditions
* computers
* non-charitable sports or arts organisations
* photocopiers
* promotion of religious doctrine
* vehicle purchase costs

How much can you apply for?
Maximum grant will normally be £5,000 over one year. If you wish to apply for a larger grant please talk to foundation staff before applying.

If you would like to know more about this fund please contact Roger Hart (Tel 01900 820825/825760 Fax 01900 826527)

2009-10 grants

2007-08 and 08-09 grants

Apply online: Application Form or if you are applying for less than £1,000 the Small Grants Application Form

 

updated 26.07.2010