Lawrence Atwell's Charity (Skinners' Company)
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Lawrence Atwell's Charity, established in 1588 by Exeter Skinner Lawrence Atwell and administered by the Skinners' Company, is dedicated to freeing disadvantaged young people aged 16-26 from poverty through tailored grants that support their entry into employment. Rooted in values of equity, opportunity, and empowerment, it invests in vocational training up to level 3 and employment readiness programmes, enabling low-income youth—especially NEETs—to access meaningful work, break poverty cycles, and achieve lasting social inclusion. With a distinctive focus on both individuals and organisations, it prioritises accredited training, skills development, and direct pathways to jobs, showing a strong preference for projects in London and Kent.
It funds revenue grants for specific projects advancing education, poverty relief, and employability for disadvantaged youth from low-income households in England and Wales. Supported activities include course fees, equipment, travel, childcare, and living costs for individuals, plus project staffing and operations for charities/CICs working directly with NEETs to boost economic prospects.
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and CICs (small to medium-sized preferred, no strict income limits) based in England/Wales, plus resident individuals aged 16-26. Organisations apply via initial email EOI to charities@skinners.org.uk, followed by full applications if shortlisted; decisions at biannual April/November meetings (deadlines ~6 weeks prior). Individuals use rolling online forms. Grants range up to £10,000/year for 3 years (organisations) or £1,500 max (individuals); no capital or unjustified core costs.
This funder stands out for its dual individual/organisational support, rolling individual applications, and laser-focus on vocational breakthroughs for the most vulnerable youth, differentiating it in youth employment funding.
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Lawrence Atwell's Charity (Skinners' Company) typically provides grants ranging from Up to £10,000.
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Lawrence Atwell's Charity (Skinners' Company) funds charities operating in England, Wales, London.
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