Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £30,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
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homerton.nhs.ukAbout Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund, known as Homerton Hope, is an NHS charity established in 1997. It supports Homerton University Hospital and community health services across Hackney and the City of London. As the sole corporate trustee, the Trust's board directs funding to initiatives beyond standard NHS provision. Its impact-led approach supplements statutory funding with philanthropic support for innovation, research, and amenities, addressing the diverse needs of East London, including children, older people, and marginalized groups. The fund focuses on enduring improvements in hospital environments and services, aiming to benefit patients, families, and staff.
What Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund funds
The fund supports a wide range of patient benefits, including medical equipment, family accommodation, neurorehabilitation, therapeutic spaces, and artworks. It also invests in staff development through training, psychological support, and facilities, and funds capital projects such as green outdoor spaces. All work is directed at enhancing NHS services across Hackney and the City of London, with some East London extensions for specialist services. The approach is pragmatic and impact-led, with a focus on innovation and research that complements statutory provision.
Who can apply
Beneficiaries are primarily Trust patients, families, and staff. Funding is directed to internal Trust-led projects or partnerships with established local organisations operating within Hackney and the City of London. Some East London extensions are considered for specialist services. No income thresholds or entity restrictions apply, but proposals must align with evidential local priorities. Direct applications from external organisations are not accepted; funding is channelled through internal or partnership routes.
What Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund doesn't fund
The fund excludes activities outside the Trust's NHS remit. It does not provide unrestricted or core funding to external organisations, nor does it accept direct applications from external bodies. Support is limited to projects that are led by the Trust or delivered in partnership with established local organisations within the specified geography.
How they like to fund
Funding is impact-led, supplementing statutory NHS provision. Grants are project-specific, covering equipment, enhancements, and capital projects. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, funding is directed to internal Trust-led projects or partnerships with established local organisations. The approach emphasises close oversight and alignment with donor intentions and local priorities.
How much does Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund 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 Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund provide?
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund typically provides grants of £5,000 - £30,000.
Where does Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund fund charities?
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund accept unsolicited applications?
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund?
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund 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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