Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation

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Typical grants: £1,000 – £10,000
Applications: Not accepted
Decisions: Quarterly

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About Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation

Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation established in 2019. It channels funds raised by approximately 70 autonomous Lions Clubs across Yorkshire, North East England, and Scotland to advance the global Lions ethos of 'We Serve'. Governed by trustees including district officers, the Foundation emphasises community solidarity, voluntary action, local engagement, and effective stewardship. It pools club donations for district, national, and international impact without direct public fundraising. The Foundation's funding character is agile and needs-led, working through its Lions network to amplify local efforts. It focuses on project and capital costs for lasting benefit.

What Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation funds

The Foundation funds projects aligned with its priorities: preserving sight, serving youth, disaster relief, and broader humanitarian efforts. Supported areas include sight preservation (such as Sightsavers), youth empowerment (including district youth funds, camps, and sports for disabled people via Activity Alliance), health and hospice support (for example Martin House Sanctuary, St Johns Hospice, and Children's Cancer), and international development (such as Mwereni School, Gift for Living Uganda, and Water Aid). It supports equipment, infrastructure, activities, and major appeals. Geographically, the Foundation operates across Yorkshire, North East England, and Scotland, with national and international reach through its Lions network. Priority is given to regional projects, but international exceptions are considered.

Who can apply

The Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. External organisations must partner with a District 105N Lions Club to propose projects. Eligible entities include charities of all sizes, and occasionally individuals. Beneficiaries span children, youth, elderly people, people with disabilities, and vulnerable communities. There are no income or size restrictions, and no religious limits. The Foundation prioritises projects that align with its core areas and demonstrate community benefit. The partnership with a Lions Club is essential for access.

What Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation doesn't fund

The Foundation excludes direct public approaches and activities misaligned with its priorities. It does not fund core costs, focusing instead on project and capital costs. It also does not accept unsolicited applications from organisations without a Lions Club partnership. Activities that do not align with sight preservation, youth service, disaster relief, or broader humanitarian efforts are not supported.

How they like to fund

The Foundation offers project and capital grants, not core funding. It works through its Lions network, with grants being needs-led and agile. It does not accept unsolicited applications; proposals come via partnered Lions Clubs. The Foundation supports one-off projects and major appeals for lasting benefit.

How much does Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation give?

£1,000 – £10,000

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.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

Your specific fit

Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

Children & youthHealthDisabilityOlder people

How to apply to Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation

Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.

A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
Decisions are typically quarterly.

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation provide?

Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation typically provides grants of £1,000 - £10,000.

Where does Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation fund charities?

Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation accept unsolicited applications?

Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation?

Lions Clubs International District 105N Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.