Aims/priorities: The funding is intended for UK registered charities whose purpose is to:
- Benefit children and adults particularly those living in socially deprived areas, through education to develop core skills and support wellbeing and mental health.
- Benefit the wellbeing and welfare of children and adults by preventing or reducing poverty and homelessness in the community.
- Support the elderly and improve their wellbeing by reducing isolation, helping reduce the effects of Dementia and Alzheimer's and support later life/palliative care.
Who can apply? UK registered charities based and working in the UK may apply. They must have submitted their trustee annual report, annual return and latest audited accounts to the Charity Commission. Charities must have at least one year of published accounts covering a 12-month period.
Successful applicants must wait three years before re-applying. Unsuccessful applicants must wait two years before re-applying.
Grant amount: The maximum grant available is £6,000.
Please note the Foundation's emphasis is on smaller amounts with the aim of supporting as many good causes as possible throughout the UK.
Application process: The online application form can be found on the Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation website.
Deadline: The deadlines for applications are 5pm:
- Wednesday 31 July for the September meeting
- Thursday 31 October for the December meeting.
Contact information: Email: charitablefoundation@skipton.co.uk
Website: Skipton Charitable Foundation