A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd through its Blakemore Foundation supports local charities and community groups across England, Scotland and Wales, offering both monetary and in‑kind donations via its SPAR retail network.

The Foundation offers small‑scale grants and donations focused on charities delivering community benefit. Donations may include monetary support (up to £200 per grant), goods to support local events, match‑funding for staff/retailer fundraising, and support for independent SPAR retailer‑led fundraising. afblakemore.com+1

The scheme is open to UK‑based charities and community groups operating in the A.F. Blakemore/SPAR trading area. Grants are specifically limited to amounts of around £200 for each of the listed types (monetary, in‑kind, match‑funding or retailer donations) and applicants should plan ahead (especially during seasonal peaks).

Any specific tips to apply

• Prepare your request early and avoid last‑minute applications around seasonal peaks.

• Keep the grant ask realistic (around £200) and explicitly tie it to a local community cause or fundraising event.

• Demonstrate that your organisation is local to a SPAR/A.F. Blakemore trading area and that the funds or goods will directly benefit local people.

• For match‑fund or retailer‑led applications, show your retail partner involvement and fundraising activity.

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