Hull and East Riding Charitable Trust applications open for Spring round

The Hull and East Riding Charitable Trust offers grants to local charitable organisations with the aim of improving the lives of people living in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Registered charities and community groups who are delivering charitable projects that benefit the residents of Hull and the East Riding may apply. This includes national charities with projects that benefit Hull and East Riding residents.

Most grants are for between £100 and £5,000. Larger projects may be considered with match funding or by way of pledge.

What does the funder support?

The grants can be used for both capital and revenue costs and will support a range of local projects. Such as:

• Music and arts projects, especially those that involve people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

• Community projects especially those that support residents in marginalised groups in the area.

• Purchase of equipment materials.

• Support for children to attends trips from schools / groups in disadvantaged areas.

• Requests from notable buildings with a good level of community use.

• Significant community projects demanding major funding. Support may be given by way of a pledge, payment conditional upon all other funding sources being agreed.

Tips before applying

• Always read the guidelines before applying - https://hullandeastridingtrust.org.uk/apply 
• It's a good idea to look at the types of project funded be the charity in the past, and also the groups and organisations who've received a grant. Visit the charities website - https://hullandeastridingtrust.org.uk/case-studies or download the accounts of the charities Charity Commission profile - you will find a list of organisations funded and  how much was awarded
• Evidence the need for your project - https://vcse.uk/resources/funding-and-income/applying-for-a-grant

How to Apply

Application form available HERE,

The next deadline for application is 20 April 2024.

The Trust meets twice a year to consider applications, in May and early November.

If you have any questions, please contact Lynn Humphreys Secretary / Administrator

Te: 07821 166 948 | Email Lynn.Humphreys@herct.org.uk