Aims/priorities: The funding is intended for both national and local charities across the UK so that they can fix, repair, maintain and improve properties and community facilities specifically for those in need (by reason of financial hardship, sickness, disability or other disadvantage or distress) in the UK. The funding is for capital type projects which relate to the repair, maintenance, improvement or construction of homes, community facilities and other buildings in deprived areas.
This can include repairing run-down buildings and decorating the homes of people living with illness and disability.
Who can apply? Registered charities and not-for-profit organisations across the UK may apply for funding. This includes the following not-for-profit organisations:
- Registered charities
- Community Benefit Society
- Cooperative Society
- Community Interest Company (CIC)
- Unincorporated Association
Other types will need to provide an explanation in the online application form.
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be helping those in need by reason of financial hardship, sickness, distress or other disadvantages in the UK.
- Be looking for funding to support projects that relate to the repair, maintenance, improvement or construction of homes, community buildings and other buildings.
Grant amount: Up to £5,000.
Application process: The online application form can be found on The Screwfix Foundation website.
Deadline: In 2022, the Trustees will review applications in March, June, September and December.The cut off date for applications is the 10th of the month, ie:
- 10 February
- 10 May
- 10 August
- 10 November
Contact information: Tel 01935 414100, Email foundation@screwfix.com
Website address: www.screwfix.com