Lollipop Foundation
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Lollipop Foundation
The Lollipop Foundation is a registered grant-making charity established in 2009, dedicated to advancing exclusively charitable objects under English law. Governed by four trustees with maximal discretion, it embodies flexible, generalist philanthropy, prioritising responsible stewardship, robust governance, and responsiveness to evolving social needs. Its values emphasise trustee judgment, public benefit, and adaptability, enabling agile support for diverse charitable causes without fixed themes or strategies. The Foundation funds a broad spectrum of charitable activities, including projects, core costs, and other support, and its approach is characterised by strategic generalism rather than predefined priorities.
What Lollipop Foundation funds
The Foundation supports a wide range of charitable causes, with no persistent thematic focus. Areas of activity have included health, education, environment, and community welfare, among others. It funds both project-specific costs and core organisational expenses, as well as other forms of support for charitable work. While the Foundation can fund initiatives anywhere in the world, its grants to date have primarily been directed toward England and Wales. The breadth of its funding reflects its commitment to flexible, generalist philanthropy.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities of any size, with no income thresholds, geographic base requirements, or demographic restrictions. Grassroots organisations and large established charities alike may qualify, provided their work aligns with charitable purposes under English law. The Foundation does not impose any religious or faith-based conditions. Given its invite-only process, charities must receive a direct invitation from the trustees to be considered.
What Lollipop Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not maintain a fixed list of excluded causes. Its trustees consider any exclusively charitable object under English law, meaning there are no predetermined thematic or geographic exclusions. However, the Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications; funding is awarded solely at the trustees' discretion through an invitation-only process.
How they like to fund
Grants are awarded at the trustees' absolute discretion via invitation only; unsolicited applications are not accepted. The Foundation supports both project costs and core funding, and its flexible, generalist style allows it to adapt support to a wide range of charitable needs. There is no fixed grant size or duration, and the trustees make decisions on an ad hoc basis.
How much does Lollipop Foundation give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Lollipop Foundation’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Lollipop Foundation
Lollipop Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Lollipop Foundation provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Lollipop Foundation directly for current funding levels.
Where does Lollipop Foundation fund charities?
Lollipop Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Lollipop Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Lollipop Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Lollipop Foundation?
Lollipop Foundation 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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