Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £25,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited
The Grahame Charitable Foundation is a grant-making charitable company established in 2004, registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It is led by a board of trustees and operates with a values-driven ethos, focusing on advancing education, religion, and the relief of poverty. The Foundation favours a discreet approach, relying on its trustees' networks rather than public calls for applications. It provides steady, reliable support to charitable causes, avoiding innovation or high-risk ventures. Its low-profile, consistent style makes it a dependable partner for mission-aligned organisations.
What Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited funds
The Foundation prioritises initiatives in education and training, particularly for children and young people, as well as health improvement, disability support, poverty alleviation, and religious activities. Its work is primarily focused on the Greater London area, though it is open to strong alignments elsewhere in England. Grants support project work or limited core costs for established charities addressing enduring social needs.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are exclusively UK-registered charities, typically small to medium-sized with proven track records working with disadvantaged groups. Beneficiaries include children, elderly people, those with disabilities, ethnic or racial minorities, and voluntary organisations. The Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications; grants are awarded to pre-selected entities via trustee discretion. No formal income thresholds apply, and geographic base is unrestricted beyond the primary London focus.
What Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited doesn't fund
The Foundation excludes capital projects, emergency funding, seed funding, support for individuals, advocacy, or non-charitable activities. It also avoids innovation or high-risk ventures, preferring steady, traditional grant-making.
How they like to fund
The Foundation provides steady, reliable support through a discreet approach, relying on trustee networks rather than public calls. It does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are awarded to pre-selected charities, typically for project work or limited core support, reflecting a consistent, low-profile style.
How much does Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited 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 Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited
Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited provide?
Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited typically provides grants of £5,000 - £25,000.
Where does Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited fund charities?
Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited accept unsolicited applications?
Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited?
Grahame Charitable Foundation Limited 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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