Forman Hardy Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £10,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Forman Hardy Charitable Trust
The Forman Hardy Charitable Trust, established in 1990, is a UK-registered charitable trust based in Nottinghamshire and governed by trustees including family members. It adopts a generalist, needs-led approach, prioritising practical financial aid to charities delivering educational, social welfare, community, health, and support services. With traditional philanthropic values, it emphasises continuity, local responsiveness, and flexible support for frontline operations. The Trust favours direct impact and measurable local benefits, with a strong focus on Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City, though wider UK causes are considered if they demonstrate clear social value. It stands out for its preference for established, frontline providers delivering operational sustainment, distinguishing it as a legacy funder for enduring community well-being in the East Midlands and beyond.
What Forman Hardy Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds charities aiding vulnerable groups such as children, older people, and those in social or economic difficulty. Support covers unrestricted core activities, general purposes, and specific projects in areas like community health, cancer research, education, mental health, and capacity-building. It favours direct impact and measurable local benefits, with a strong focus on Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City, though wider UK causes are considered if they demonstrate clear social value. The Trust stands out for its preference for established, frontline providers delivering operational sustainment, avoiding advocacy or policy-driven work.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities, preferably small to medium-sized with modest incomes and operations in Nottinghamshire or Nottingham City, though wider UK causes are considered if demonstrating clear social value. The Trust prioritises established, frontline providers delivering operational sustainment, and does not accept unsolicited applications; trustees select recipients internally based on local knowledge and relationships.
What Forman Hardy Charitable Trust doesn't fund
No explicit exclusions apply, but the Trust avoids advocacy or policy-driven work, standing out for its preference for established, frontline providers delivering operational sustainment over large-scale or innovative ventures.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides flexible support for frontline operations, covering unrestricted core activities, general purposes, and specific projects. It does not accept unsolicited applications; trustees select recipients internally based on local knowledge and relationships.
How much does Forman Hardy Charitable Trust give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
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How to apply to Forman Hardy Charitable Trust
Forman Hardy Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Forman Hardy Charitable Trust provide?
Forman Hardy Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £5,000 - £10,000.
Where does Forman Hardy Charitable Trust fund charities?
Forman Hardy Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Forman Hardy Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Forman Hardy Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Forman Hardy Charitable Trust?
Forman Hardy Charitable Trust 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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