Association of Education Committees
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- Typical grants
- £15,000 – £75,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
- Decisions
- As needed
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Association of Education Committees
The Association of Education Committees (AEC) was established in 1940 as the collective voice for local education authorities across England and Wales. It advocates for improvements in state-funded education, equitable resource distribution, and local democratic oversight. Rooted in cooperation and evidence-based policy, the AEC works to ensure equal opportunities for all children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Its funding character is collaborative and systemic, supporting initiatives that strengthen state education through partnership and research.
What Association of Education Committees funds
The AEC funds collaborative initiatives in state schools and colleges across England and Wales. Supported activities include school improvement pilots, curriculum development, teacher training, leadership networks, and policy research. The focus is on projects that benefit pupils, staff, and communities in socially or economically challenged urban, rural, and coastal areas. The funder prioritises work that builds collective capacity and has the potential for systemic impact within state education.
Who can apply
The AEC invites applications from established organisations and consortia capable of systemic impact. Priority is given to projects led by or partnering with local education authorities, councils, advisory services, or specialist bodies working in child welfare, special needs, or post-16 transitions. Beneficiaries include pupils, staff, and communities in disadvantaged areas across England and Wales. There is no religious restriction.
What Association of Education Committees doesn't fund
The Association does not fund core costs, unrestricted support, or capital expenditure. It also excludes activities outside state education or its geographic remit of England and Wales.
How they like to fund
Funding is by invitation only, with no unsolicited applications accepted. The AEC targets organisations capable of systemic impact and supports collaborative initiatives that strengthen state education.
How much does Association of Education Committees give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
Good to know
How to apply to Association of Education Committees
Association of Education Committees does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
What you can do here
- 1Check fit. See if your project aligns with Association of Education Committees.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Association of Education Committees provide?
Association of Education Committees typically provides grants of £15,000 - £75,000.
Where does Association of Education Committees fund charities?
Association of Education Committees funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Association of Education Committees accept unsolicited applications?
Association of Education Committees does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Association of Education Committees?
Association of Education Committees does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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