Bna Charitable Incorporated Organisation

BNA supports project funding, direct service delivery, capacity-building, and limited core costs. Their cause areas include community development, health, social welfare, education, and social cohesion. The charity has a primary geographic focus on Newark and Nottinghamshire, Lincoln and Lincolnshire, and neighbouring areas, while also considering initiatives across England and Wales. Preference is given to work that addresses disadvantage and improves wellbeing for diverse populations. The funder is particularly interested in high-impact, grassroots efforts from small to medium-sized organisations. They seek to strengthen local infrastructure and foster practical change in communities.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and not-for-profits, including charitable incorporated organisations, community interest companies, and social enterprises. Organisations must be based in the UK and deliver benefits to UK communities. While no strict income thresholds apply, smaller organisations are favoured. The funder gives priority to groups rooted in the primary geographic areas of Newark, Nottinghamshire, Lincoln, and Lincolnshire, as well as neighbouring areas. Beneficiaries include diverse populations experiencing disadvantage. BNA welcomes unsolicited applications from organisations that align with its values.

BNA does not fund projects outside the UK, activities controlled by government bodies, or initiatives that promote political or religious beliefs. This ensures their support remains focused on non-partisan, community-led work that aligns with their values of transparency and local empowerment.

BNA operates a high-engagement, regionally anchored model with rigorous vetting, focusing on enduring local impact. They fund project costs, direct service delivery, capacity-building, and limited core costs. The charity welcomes unsolicited applications from eligible organisations.