Croydon Relief in Need Charity
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Croydon Relief in Need Charity (CRiN), rooted in ancient endowments consolidated under Croydon Almshouse Charities Trustee Company Limited, is a local philanthropic fund dedicated to relieving poverty, hardship, and distress among London Borough of Croydon residents. Its mission emphasizes community responsiveness, fairness, and public benefit, delivering grants directly to individuals or through local partners to improve wellbeing for those facing acute needs. With a distinctive blend of historical tradition and modern adaptability, CRiN prioritizes older people (60+), residents in deprived areas, refugees, asylum seekers, disabled individuals, those with chronic ill-health, and anyone hit by socio-economic pressures like the cost-of-living crisis. It supports essential items (clothing, bedding), disability aids, mental health counselling, refugee packs, migrant mentoring, digital inclusion, and equipment for hardship-focused community groups.
Eligible applicants include UK-registered charities, CICs, and community groups (registered or not) with incomes typically up to £1 million, based anywhere but delivering primary impact for Croydon residents in need due to poverty, age, disability, or disadvantage; a minority of non-local beneficiaries is allowable. Robust governance and local ties are essential.
Grants range from £5,000–£30,000 annually for organizations (often £10,000–£20,000, multi-year up to three years), covering project/core costs, equipment, and revenue; individuals receive up to £1,000 via referrals. Applications require a mandatory prior discussion with the Community Development Lead, followed by an online form with supporting documents, in biannual rounds—next deadline 25 October 2025 (decisions in 8–10 weeks). CRiN excludes arts/education (unless hardship-linked), animal welfare, statutory services, general appeals, and completed activities, standing out for its flexible, grassroots partnerships, outcome-focused grantmaking, and avoidance of mainstream subsidies.
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Croydon Relief in Need Charity typically provides grants ranging from £5,000 - £30,000.
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Croydon Relief in Need Charity funds charities operating in London Borough of Croydon.
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