Cameron Fund
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- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Online form
- Decisions
- Quarterly
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cameronfund.org.ukAbout Cameron Fund
The Cameron Fund is a UK charity established in 1970 following a campaign by Sir James Cameron. It is the only medical benevolent fund dedicated exclusively to relieving poverty among current and former general practitioners (GPs), their families, and dependants. The Fund provides compassionate, confidential, and practical financial assistance, working closely with NHS networks and local medical committees to reach those in need. Its mission centres on the relief of hardship within the GP community, guided by values of medical community solidarity and prompt, unbiased support.
What Cameron Fund funds
The Fund supports the relief of poverty among GPs and their dependants across the UK. It offers grants and loans for essential living costs, along with money advice, career coaching, and educational support. The focus is on individuals facing financial hardship linked to NHS service in the UK, with assistance tailored to need. The Fund’s work covers a wide range of practical needs, from day-to-day expenses to career transitions and educational opportunities for dependent children.
Who can apply
Applications are welcome from, or on behalf of, present or former GPs, their families, and dependants who are facing poverty. Eligibility is related to the GP’s service in the NHS in the UK. This is a fund for individuals only, not organisations. The Fund prioritises those in financial hardship, with no set income thresholds or geographic limits within the UK. Applicants are expected to have pursued state and local benefits first.
What Cameron Fund doesn't fund
The Fund does not usually cover private school fees, private medical fees, legal fees, or top-up fees for residential or nursing care. These exclusions reflect the Fund’s focus on essential poverty relief rather than discretionary or supplementary costs.
How they like to fund
The Cameron Fund provides grants and loans, often alongside money advice, career coaching, and educational support. It works in partnership with NHS networks and local medical committees to identify and assist those in need. Unsolicited applications are welcome, and the Fund is known for a swift, confidential service. No match funding is required.
How much does Cameron Fund give?
Cameron Fund runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 9 sourced facts
Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
What Cameron Fund funds — and what they won't
Relief of poverty among present and former GPs, their families, and dependants; support includes grants, loans, money advice, and career coaching.
The full exclusions list (4)
- Private school fees
- Private medical fees
- Legal fees
- We do not usually fund top-up fees for residential/nursing care
Good to know
How to apply to Cameron Fund
Cameron Fund takes applications via online form.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
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How it works
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Cameron Fund provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Cameron Fund directly for current funding levels.
Where does Cameron Fund fund charities?
Cameron Fund funds charities operating in UK.
Does Cameron Fund accept unsolicited applications?
Cameron Fund accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
What does Cameron Fund not fund?
Their published exclusions include: Private school fees; Private medical fees; Legal fees; We do not usually fund top-up fees for residential/nursing care. The full exclusions list is further up this page.
How do I apply for funding from Cameron Fund?
Cameron Fund takes applications via online form. Decisions are typically quarterly.
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