Dragon Christmas Charity Sale

The fund supports project grants for direct programme costs that benefit children, young people, and vulnerable families. Core themes include school breakfasts for impoverished children, improved access to sport and education for youth, support for young carers, and broader aid for socio-economically disadvantaged families. Past recipients have addressed welfare, education, and health. Funding is mainly directed to small and medium-sized community-focused charities in Oxfordshire and the wider UK, but occasionally extends to international causes aligned with these themes. The focus is on tangible, direct interventions rather than large-scale or capital projects.

Eligible applicants are exclusively UK-registered charities. The fund prioritises small to medium-sized charities that are community-focused and serve the needs of children, young people, and vulnerable families. Selection is by invitation only, through trustee vetting and nominations from the Dragon School community; there is no open application process. There are no income thresholds or geographic mandates beyond thematic fit, though grants typically support charities in Oxfordshire and the UK. Faith-based organisations are not restricted, as there is no religious context limitation.

The fund does not provide unrestricted grants, capital funding, or capacity-building support. It also does not accept unsolicited applications, as all grants are awarded by invitation only. Large-scale or multi-year funding is not offered; the focus is on specific project grants with direct programme costs.

Grants are awarded as one-off project grants for direct programme costs. The fund operates on an invitation-only basis, with selection through trustee vetting and school community nominations. There are no income thresholds or geographic mandates beyond thematic fit. The granting style is collaborative and volunteer-driven, reflecting the community ethos of the Dragon School. Multi-year or unrestricted funding is not offered.