David Laing Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £25,000
- Where they fund
- Northamptonshire
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Online form
- Decisions
- Quarterly
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davidlaingfoundation.co.ukAbout David Laing Foundation
The David Laing Foundation is an independent family grantmaker established in 1979 by philanthropist David Laing, former Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire. Rooted in values of service, community empowerment, faith, youth opportunity, support for the disadvantaged, local heritage, and creativity, the foundation takes a high-trust, responsive approach. It focuses on strengthening communities in Northamptonshire through place-based philanthropy, prioritising initiatives that reach many people, build longterm resilience, and leave a lasting positive impact.
What David Laing Foundation funds
The foundation supports a broad range of causes including children and youth, sport and recreation, community development, heritage, physical health, mental health, disability, education and skills, employment, arts and culture, and poverty and hardship. It funds capital projects, programme delivery, and occasionally core costs. Grants are exclusively available to charitable organisations operating in Northamptonshire, with priority given to work that reaches many people and builds longterm resilience.
Who can apply
Registered charities and community groups operating in Northamptonshire are eligible to apply. The foundation supports both established charities and small volunteer-led groups, with no income thresholds or size limits. Applications are welcomed from grassroots organisations alongside larger institutions. There is no faith requirement for applicants.
What David Laing Foundation doesn't fund
The foundation only funds charitable work within Northamptonshire, so activities based outside the county are not supported. Beyond this geographic restriction, no other exclusions are stated in the sources.
How they like to fund
The foundation welcomes unsolicited applications and awards grants on a rolling basis. It offers one-off or occasionally multi-year funding, with a relational and high-trust approach that emphasises local knowledge and grassroots impact.
How much does David Laing Foundation give?
David Laing Foundation runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 9 sourced facts
- Online application form
- 4 rounds a year
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 David Laing Foundation funds — and what they won't
We prioritise initiatives that reach many people, build longterm resilience and leave a lasting positive impact.
Good to know
How to apply to David Laing Foundation
David Laing Foundation takes applications via online form.
- Published programme route: online application form.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does David Laing Foundation provide?
David Laing Foundation typically provides grants of £5,000 - £25,000.
Where does David Laing Foundation fund charities?
David Laing Foundation funds charities operating in Northamptonshire.
Does David Laing Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
David Laing Foundation accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from David Laing Foundation?
David Laing Foundation takes applications via online form. Published programme route: online application form.
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