Aims/priorities: The Trust operates a three-year rotation system, with different fields of interests being funded each year:
- In 2022, the focus was on the Arts. There was a specific focus in the first two rounds on people in the early stages of their career, specifically performers and creatives. The third and fourth rounds focused on projects that seek to address the under-representation of BAME people in all sections of the arts.
- In 2023, the first two rounds were focused on rehabilitation of prisoners, ex-prisoners, and those at risk of offending. The third and fourth round were focused on children and young people in care and care leavers.
- In 2024, the focus will be on Disability specifically employment and training to ensure better access, and Food Poverty given the increasing levels across the UK.
- In 2025, the focus will be on Access to the Arts, and Refugees and Asylum Seekers.
Who can apply? Organisations registered with the Charity Commission (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or OSCR, or exempt from registration, can apply.
Grant amount: The Trust awards grants of either £1,000 or £5,000 depending on the grant round:
- Round 1 - £1,000
- Round 2 - £5,000
- Round 3 - £1,000
- Round 4 - £5,000
The level of grant awarded is determined by the income of the charity:
- Grants of £1,000 are available for charities with an operating income of between £100,000 and £1 million.
- Grants of £5,000 are available for charities with a minimum operating income of £1 million. There is no maximum level.
Charities may only apply for one grant per calendar year.
Application process: Information on applications for 2024 will be provided when it becomes available, which is expected to be later in 2023.
There are normally four application rounds per year with applications accepted for one month only, usually in February, April, July and September. Charities can only apply for one round per calendar year.
Applicants should first read the guidelines and FAQs before starting the application process.
The online application form can be found on the Trust's website.
The Trust publishes a list of successful applicants after the trustee meetings. Those who have received funding will find their name on the Trust's website in the 'Successful Applicants' section.
Deadline: Thursday 28 February 2024.
Contact information: Email: admin@austin-hope-pilkington.org.uk
Website: The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust