Jenour Foundation
Could Jenour Foundation fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.
- Typical grants
- Up to £9,000
- Where they fund
- England, Wales
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Email application
- Decisions
- Once per year
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Jenour Foundation
The Jenour Foundation is a UK charitable grantmaker governed by three trustees. Its mission is to achieve positive social impact through a flexible, generalist approach, supporting a broad range of charitable causes. The Foundation funds registered charities across England and Wales, with a distinctive preference for organisations and projects in Wales. It supports diverse fields including health and medical research, youth welfare, arts and culture, animal welfare, family support, community development, and environmental initiatives. Both grassroots and established charities are eligible. The Foundation is known for its responsive, non-competitive style and broad thematic scope, making it accessible for charities seeking modest, impactful support. A focus on Welsh voluntary sector resilience is a particular strength.
What Jenour Foundation funds
The Foundation supports a wide range of charitable causes, including health and medical research, youth welfare, arts and culture, animal welfare, family support, community development, and environmental initiatives. Funding can cover project work, core costs, revenue, and capital grants, without rigid thematic priorities. The Foundation operates across England and Wales, with a distinctive preference for organisations and projects in Wales. It prioritises hands-on support for both grassroots and established charities addressing youth development, vulnerable families, cultural enrichment, and health needs.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities operating in England and Wales. The Foundation does not fund individuals, community groups, or unregistered organisations. There are no income thresholds, size limits, or religious restrictions. Both grassroots and established registered charities are welcome. A focus on Wales enhances competitiveness. The Foundation particularly supports charities working with youth, families, health, arts, community development, and the environment.
What Jenour Foundation doesn't fund
The Jenour Foundation only funds registered charities. It does not support individuals, unregistered community groups, or organisations without charitable status. There are no further exclusions based on cause area or religious affiliation.
How they like to fund
The Foundation offers flexible funding that can cover project work, core costs, revenue, and capital grants. It operates a responsive, non-competitive style and welcomes unsolicited approaches. Grants are modest in size, reflecting the Foundation's aim to provide accessible, impactful support without rigid thematic priorities.
How much does Jenour Foundation 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.
Good to know
How to apply to Jenour Foundation
Jenour Foundation takes applications via email application.
- Decisions are typically once per year.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
See if Jenour Foundation could be a fit. Draft if yes.
Jenour Foundation on the charity register
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as THE JENOUR FOUNDATION, charity number 256637.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Jenour Foundation provide?
Jenour Foundation typically provides grants up to £9,000.
Where does Jenour Foundation fund charities?
Jenour Foundation funds charities operating in England, Wales.
Does Jenour Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Jenour Foundation 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 Jenour Foundation?
Jenour Foundation takes applications via email application. Decisions are typically once per year.
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