Gosling Foundation Limited
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £100,000
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Online form
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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thegoslingfoundation.comAbout Gosling Foundation Limited
The Gosling Foundation Limited is a private grant-making foundation established in 1985 by the late Sir Donald Gosling. Rooted in the founder's ethos of practical, impactful support, the foundation advances charitable purposes for public benefit with a focus on making tangible societal differences. It has a distinctive legacy of backing the Royal Navy and Royal Marines, youth development groups, and the voluntary sector. The foundation is known for its long-standing commitment to military and youth causes, funding credible organisations that have a proven track record in these areas.
What Gosling Foundation Limited funds
The foundation funds welfare and advancement for service personnel, veterans, and their families, alongside youth programmes that foster discipline, personal growth, and skills. Supported activities include capital projects such as buildings, refurbishments, and equipment; project-specific costs; tied salaries; and beneficiary-focused events like educational trips. The trust operates across the whole of the UK, with overseas projects considered only rarely and typically for the benefit of serving personnel. Specific themes include support for Sea Cadets, Scouts, and Girl Guides.
Who can apply
UK-registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, and community interest companies are eligible to apply. The foundation prioritises organisations that work with service personnel, veterans, their families, and youth development groups. They fund credible organisations with a strong track record in delivering practical, impactful projects. There is no religious restriction on applicants, and unsolicited applications are welcomed.
What Gosling Foundation Limited doesn't fund
The foundation does not fund unrestricted core funding beyond a small discretionary element, emergencies, research, or sole-source funding requests. They also do not typically support overseas projects unless they directly benefit serving personnel.
How they like to fund
The foundation provides grants for capital projects, project-specific costs, tied salaries, and events such as educational trips. They include a small discretionary element for core costs. Funding is directed to credible organisations with a proven track record, and unsolicited applications are welcomed.
How much does Gosling Foundation Limited give?
Gosling Foundation Limited runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 2 sourced facts
- Next deadline 31 December 2026
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How to apply to Gosling Foundation Limited
Gosling Foundation Limited takes applications via online form.
- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
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- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Gosling Foundation Limited provide?
Gosling Foundation Limited typically provides grants of £5,000 - £100,000.
Where does Gosling Foundation Limited fund charities?
Gosling Foundation Limited funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Gosling Foundation Limited accept unsolicited applications?
Gosling Foundation Limited accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Gosling Foundation Limited?
Gosling Foundation Limited takes applications via online form. Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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