Lyndal Tree Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £50,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Lyndal Tree Foundation
The Lyndal Tree Foundation was established in 2008 by Alan Duttine OBE following his diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia. It is a family-led grant-making trust chaired by Lynda Duttine, committed to honouring Alan's legacy by addressing pressing social and health challenges. The foundation operates with values of integrity, prudent stewardship, and a desire for lasting societal change. Its distinctive trustee-driven approach prioritises strategic, informed giving rooted in personal experience, making it a targeted funder focused on direct interventions with tangible impact.
What Lyndal Tree Foundation funds
The foundation funds medical research, particularly in dementia, alongside health and wellbeing initiatives for vulnerable groups. It supports children and young people, disability services, and community and environmental projects. Grants can cover project costs, core costs, capital grants, and research. The foundation looks for projects that enhance care, education, leisure, and dignity for those facing illness or disadvantage. Geographically, the foundation prioritises the regions of Bradford, Bristol, Leeds, North Yorkshire, Caerphilly, and Ceredigion, although UK-wide projects may be considered if they align with the foundation's priorities.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities. The foundation tends to support small to medium-sized charities, particularly those operating in the priority regions. Beneficiary groups include people with dementia, other health conditions, disabilities, and children and young people facing disadvantage. The foundation's funding is by invitation only, so unsolicited applications are not accepted. Charities with a local presence in the specified areas and a clear focus on direct impact are most likely to be considered.
What Lyndal Tree Foundation doesn't fund
The foundation only supports UK-registered charities and activities that provide public benefit. It does not fund individuals, non-charitable organisations, or projects that lack a clear charitable purpose or public benefit.
How they like to fund
The foundation operates by invitation only, with no unsolicited applications accepted. It takes a strategic, trustee-driven approach to grant-making, selecting projects that align with its priorities. The foundation can fund a range of costs including project costs, core costs, capital grants, and research.
How much does Lyndal Tree 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.
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How to apply to Lyndal Tree Foundation
Lyndal Tree 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 as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Lyndal Tree Foundation provide?
Lyndal Tree Foundation typically provides grants of £5,000 - £50,000.
Where does Lyndal Tree Foundation fund charities?
Lyndal Tree Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Lyndal Tree Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Lyndal Tree Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Lyndal Tree Foundation?
Lyndal Tree 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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