Aims/priorities: The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust offers funding to UK registered charities whose work takes place in the UK and directly supports the theme selected by the Trustees for that year. The field of interest this year is 'Music and the arts; people aged 60 and over'. In particular, it will support projects that focus on the many complex issues that have arisen from the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic that address the specific needs of people aged 60 and over. Priority will be given to charities that work within BAME (Black, Asian, and minority ethnic) communities.
Who can apply? Organisations registered with the Charity Commission (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or OSCR, or exempt from registration. Charities with an income of £1 million and above can apply for a grant of £5,000.
Grant amount: £5,000
Application process: An online application form along with guidelines and FAQs can be found on the Trust's website.
Deadline: Round 4 is open for applications between 1 September and 30 September 2020.
Contact information: Email admin@austin-hope-pilkington.org.uk
Website address: austin-hope-pilkington.org.uk