Leathersellers' Foundation
Could Leathersellers' Foundation fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.
- Typical grants
- Up to £25,000
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Two-stage application
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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leathersellers.co.ukAbout Leathersellers' Foundation
The Leathersellers' Foundation, rooted in the 1444 Worshipful Company of Leathersellers, is a historic UK grant-maker blending six centuries of civic stewardship with modern philanthropy. Guided by the motto Soli Deo Honor et Gloria, it enables opportunities for individuals and communities through education, supports the UK leather trade, and drives positive change for vulnerable people, emphasising long-term wellbeing, social mobility, and evidence-based impact via relationship-based funding. The Foundation is noted for its heritage-industry ties, multi-year core funding, and nationwide reach prioritising frontline impact in high-need areas. It is committed to being an open and trusted funder, signed up to the IVAR Flexible Funders initiative.
What Leathersellers' Foundation funds
The Foundation funds general charitable purposes, education, health, poverty relief, arts and heritage (leather-focused), environment, disabilities, support for older people, and children. It prioritises two programmes: Main Grants targeting prevention and recovery from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) for children, youth, and adult survivors; and Small Grants for core costs of small charities aiding vulnerable groups in deprived UK communities. Funding also supports individuals such as students and almshouse residents. The Foundation has a distinct deprivation focus across the UK, with a nationwide reach.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities or academic institutions. The Foundation supports both organisations and individuals, with a focus on vulnerable groups in deprived communities. For individual grants, applicants must be UK citizens, have indefinite leave to remain, or have the right to remain for at least five years; care experienced individuals are also eligible. There is no religious restriction on applicants.
How they like to fund
The Foundation provides multi-year unrestricted core funding through its Main Grants programme, and one-off grants through Small Grants. It welcomes unsolicited applications and emphasises a relationship-based funding approach, being signed up to the IVAR Flexible Funders initiative.
How much does Leathersellers' 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 Leathersellers' Foundation
Leathersellers' Foundation takes applications via two-stage application.
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Leathersellers' Foundation provide?
Leathersellers' Foundation typically provides grants up to £25,000.
Where does Leathersellers' Foundation fund charities?
Leathersellers' Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Leathersellers' Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Leathersellers' 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 Leathersellers' Foundation?
Leathersellers' Foundation takes applications via two-stage application. Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
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