Goodwill Foundation

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Typical grants: £5,000 – £30,000
Applications: Not accepted
Decisions: As needed

Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.

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About Goodwill Foundation

The Goodwill Foundation is a UK-registered charity established in 2000, dedicated to social development for marginalised communities. Guided by principles of respect, transparency, and ethical conduct, it works towards a just and equitable society. The Foundation blends direct service delivery with targeted grantmaking to foster long-term resilience and inclusion. It prioritises women and youth as agents of change and operates with a flexible local-international scope, focused on evidence-based, sustainable outcomes.

What Goodwill Foundation funds

The Foundation supports projects in education, healthcare, child protection, nutrition, water and sanitation, disaster risk reduction, and environmental conservation. Activities funded include health clinics, infrastructure improvements, capacity building, and emergency relief, all aimed at measurable improvements in equity and sustainability. Geographically, it funds UK-registered charities and community groups primarily in England and Wales, with select international projects in acute-need areas.

Who can apply

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and community groups, with a preference for small to medium-sized grassroots organisations. There are no strict income thresholds, and no religious restrictions apply. The Foundation prioritises organisations working with women, children, youth, and vulnerable communities facing hardship. It seeks partners with a focus on long-term, sustainable change.

What Goodwill Foundation doesn't fund

The Foundation does not fund short-term aid or emergency relief in isolation. It focuses on evidence-based, sustainable initiatives rather than quick fixes. Unsolicited applications are not accepted, as the Foundation uses a proactive, invite-only approach to select partners.

How they like to fund

Funding is by invitation only, with trustees proactively selecting partners through their networks. Grants are made on an ad hoc basis without fixed cycles. The Foundation blends direct service provision with grantmaking, emphasising rigorous reporting and ethical transparency. It supports both project costs and core activities, prioritising multi-year, sustainable partnerships.

How much does Goodwill Foundation give?

£5,000 – £30,000

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.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

Your specific fit

Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

EducationHealthEnvironmentPoverty & hardship

How to apply to Goodwill Foundation

Goodwill Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.

A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
Decisions are typically as needed.

What you can do here

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Goodwill Foundation provide?

Goodwill Foundation typically provides grants of £5,000 - £30,000.

Where does Goodwill Foundation fund charities?

Goodwill Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Goodwill Foundation accept unsolicited applications?

Goodwill Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Goodwill Foundation?

Goodwill Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.