The Big Give is the UK’s largest match-funding platform. Launched in 2007 by philanthropist Sir Alec Reed, it helps charities raise more through public donations by offering matched funding during high-profile national campaigns. They run several thematic match-funding campaigns throughout the year — including the Christmas Challenge, Women & Girls Match Fund, Green Match Fund, […]

About the funderSevern Trent Water’s Community Fund supports charities and community groups within its catchment area to sustain essential services. It allocates both new project funds and core cost grants to help vital groups stay operational. Priority themesCore funding is aimed at organisations that deliver “vital services” locally, especially those serving the most vulnerable. Grants […]

Fundraising is full of myths — ideas that sound convincing but can trip up even experienced organisations. Here are a few of the most common misconceptions I still come across when working with charities and CICs. 1. “It’s just about using the right buzzwords.”Many people think the secret to success is sprinkling in the words […]

Securing core costs is never easy, so below are some ideas and suggestions of how you can breakdown the costs to make them more manageable and secure funding for them Identify your costs The first stage in planning the funding of your core costs is to carefully plan your organisations budget. Set out clearly who […]

About the funderKMCT (The Kristina Martin Charitable Trust) was founded in remembrance of Kristina Martin, daughter of Thomas and Jacqueline Martin, and awards grants across the UK to benefit the public. Priority themes The Trust supports charities in a wide range of areas, with particular interest in mental health support, community services, welfare, and activities benefitting […]

Fletchers Foundation supports individuals and groups in the UK whose lives have been changed by serious injury, medical negligence, or illness. Its aim is to help people “thrive after a life-changing injury.” Who can apply / eligibility Individuals affected by long-term consequences of serious injury, illness or medical negligence Registered charities, schools or local groups […]

The Army Benevolent Fund offers grants to registered charities, CICs, housing associations and community organisations that support the Army family (serving soldiers, veterans, their dependants). They don’t fund government bodies or councils. New applicants (not funded in past 24 months) must email in advance with a project outline, outcomes, costs and sustainability plan before submitting […]

About the funderSchroder Charity Trust is an independent family trust supporting UK charities with one‑off grants. It has recently revised its grant-making approach and applications are currently paused as it reviews strategy. Priority themes they want to fundThey will consider projects under two core objectives: (1) enabling disadvantaged children and young adults to thrive in […]

The Naturesave Trust is the charitable arm of Naturesave Insurance, created to promote sustainable development and environmental conservation across the UK. Each grant window has a thematic focus. The current theme is “Nature Connection”, which emphasises connecting communities with natural environments through creative, health, educational, and conservation projects. Typical project ideas include community gardening, green […]

I’m getting an increasing number of requests to support CIC’s. To help support this I have launched a subscription based newsletter specifically for CIC with monthly updates of funding opportunities.  It will cost £25/month