Aims/priorities:
The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust offers funding to UK registered charities whose work takes place in the UK.
The funding is intended to support those in society who face the greatest challenges and whose opportunities are the most limited.
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 focused on rehabilitation of prisoners, ex-prisoners, and those at risk of offending. The third and fourth round focus on children and young people in care and care leavers.
Who can apply:
Organisations registered with the Charity Commission (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or OSCR, or exempt from registration, can apply.
Grant amount:
Round 4 - Grants of up to £5,000 are available
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.
Application process:
Application forms are available to complete online at the Trust's website. The Trust no longer accepts applications submitted by post.
Applicants should first read the guidelines and FAQs before starting the application process.
Deadline:
Applications for Grant Round 4 will be accepted from 1 September to 30 September 2023.
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