Foster Wood Foundation

The Foster Wood Foundation, a UK-registered charity (number 1101364) established in January 2004, advances the Christian religion, relieves poverty, and promotes education and learning across England and Wales. Led by a volunteer board of three trustees emphasizing stewardship, risk management, and Christian principles, it supports community wellbeing through flexible grants, human resources, facilities, advocacy, and advice. Its values-driven approach targets the general public, prioritizing practical aid for individuals and communities in need while maintaining financial stability with annual expenditures around £111,000.

It funds initiatives in education and training, health and life-saving efforts, poverty and famine relief, religious activities, and economic or community development, including employment support. Grants cover project work, operational costs, capital needs, and unrestricted aid for aligned charities, reflecting a broad yet mission-focused commitment to societal good rooted in faith, poverty alleviation, and educational access.

Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities operating in England or Wales, with no income size limits or religious restrictions, though trustees select recipients at their discretion—no grants to individuals or non-charities. Typical awards range from £5,000 to £30,000 annually per organization.

The Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications, lacking public processes, portals, or deadlines; funding decisions occur ad hoc via trustee initiative. Distinctive for its discreet, values-led grant-making without published case studies, it appeals to established charities embodying Christian ethos, poverty relief, and education in targeted regions, differentiating it from open-call funders through selective, stewardship-oriented support.