Duncan Wordsworth Foundation
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Duncan Wordsworth Foundation
The Duncan Wordsworth Foundation is a charitable incorporated organisation established in 2022, operating across England and Wales. Chaired by Harold Duncan Wordsworth with a board of six trustees, many bearing the founder's surname, it is a family-influenced, trustee-led grant-maker. Its mission is to advance general charitable purposes through flexible, unrestricted philanthropy, balancing current grants with long-term sustainability via strategic investments. The Foundation's funding character is broad and discretionary, prioritising trustee judgment over structured programmes. It adopts an asset-backed approach, enabling sustained, open-ended support for charitable endeavours without predefined thematic restrictions.
What Duncan Wordsworth Foundation funds
The Foundation supports a wide array of general charitable activities without thematic restrictions. This includes work benefiting children and young people, education and training, other charities and voluntary bodies, and the general public. Grants can cover project funding, core costs, capital expenditure, or revenue needs. All funding is directed to organisations and individuals within England and Wales, with no geographic sub-restrictions within that area. The Foundation's flexible approach allows it to respond to diverse charitable purposes at the trustees' discretion.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are limited to UK-registered charities and community groups operating in England and Wales. There are no income size thresholds or additional geographic sub-restrictions. The Foundation prioritises trustee judgment over formal criteria, so eligibility is broadly defined. However, it does not accept unsolicited applications; all funding decisions are made internally by the trustees. Organisations working with children, young people, or in education and training may find alignment with the Foundation's typical interests.
What Duncan Wordsworth Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not impose thematic exclusions; it considers a broad range of charitable purposes. However, it only supports UK-registered charities and community groups, and all activities must be carried out in England and Wales. Individuals may receive grants, but only through the trustees' direct discretion. There are no published lists of excluded activities, as the Foundation's model relies on internal decision-making rather than predefined restrictions.
How they like to fund
The Foundation operates by trustee invitation only and does not accept unsolicited applications. It provides flexible funding that can cover project costs, core costs, capital, or revenue needs. Grants are made from both capital and income, with an emphasis on long-term sustainability. The Foundation's asset-backed approach enables sustained support, though the duration and structure of grants are determined at the trustees' discretion on a case-by-case basis.
How much does Duncan Wordsworth Foundation give?
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How to apply to Duncan Wordsworth Foundation
Duncan Wordsworth Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Duncan Wordsworth Foundation provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Duncan Wordsworth Foundation directly for current funding levels.
Where does Duncan Wordsworth Foundation fund charities?
Duncan Wordsworth Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Duncan Wordsworth Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Duncan Wordsworth Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Duncan Wordsworth Foundation?
Duncan Wordsworth Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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