By Sarah Everson


Grant fundraising Grants for schools


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Frederick Soddy Schools Award Grant Value: From £200 to £600 Next Deadline: 18 January 2020 Details: The Frederick Soddy Trust has joined up with the Royal Geographical Society to offer funding for secondary school expeditions and fi eldwork. eachers rom schools in the  and Ireland can apply for funding if they are planning an expedition with a strong element of human geography. he unding is or putting towards epeditions and fi eldwork only, not physical resources or capital costs. How to apply: Download and complete the application form at rgs.org/in-the-fi eld/in-the- fi eld-grants/teacher-grants/frederick-soddy- schools-award/ and send it y email, together with a rie  o the proect leader.


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Carriers for Causes


GRANT VALUE NEXT DEADLINE DETAILS Up to £1,000


Ongoing


Funded from the 5p carrier bag charge at One Stop co nvenience stores, grants are available to schools and other local organisations for projects that benefit the community. Projects could include environmental improvements, play equipment or resources such as litter-pickers or minibus hire. Applicants must be located within two miles of a One Stop shop. groundwork.org.uk/national-grants/carriers-for-causes/


Woodward Charitable Trust


Up to £5,000


31 December 2019


The Trust is offering grants for one-off projects that support vulnerable groups. These range from children who are isolated, at risk of exclusion or involved in anti-social behaviour, to the promotion of community cohesion among minorities, and projects for those with disabilities. For instance, one PTA obtained funding towards a work skills centre for children with special needs. Download an application form at woodwardcharitabletrust.org.uk/application-forms


Garfield Weston Foundation


Regular grants of up to £99,999


Ongoing


If you’re looking for additional funding to help cover capital, core or project costs (from after-school clubs to building works) then the Garfield Weston Foundation could be worth approaching. It will only part-fund projects, so you will need to have already raised around 50% of the total needed at the time of application. Apply online at garfieldweston.org/ apply-to-us/grant-guidelines/


Prince of Wales Charitable Foundation


Up to £5,000


Early January 2020


The Foundation’s small grants programme accepts applications from schools or PTAs with an annual income of less than £1million. Grants are awarded to projects focusing on education, the built environment and community, conservation, and arts and culture. Successful applications have included funding for a forest school, and a contribution towards specialist equipment for pupils with disabilities. Complete the online eligibility checker then apply online at pwcf.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant


Persimmon Community Champions


Up to £1,000 Monthly


Schools and PTAs with charity status can apply for a top-up grant of up to £1,000 to help with an existing fundraising project. You need to demonstrate why you require a grant, and what you have already done to raise money. Grants are available for a wide range of initiatives, from the reading books to gardening projects – the key is to demonstrate passion and commitment. persimmonhomes.com/community-champions


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