Mackie Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £100,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Once per year
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Mackie Foundation
The Mackie Foundation is a grant-making charity established in 1990, operating across England and Wales. Guided by a small, unpaid board of trustees, it takes a pragmatic, outcomes-focused approach to funding, prioritising sustainable impact in health improvement and life-saving initiatives. The Foundation distributes funds exclusively through strategic grants to other charities and voluntary bodies, acting as a pure intermediary philanthropist. It does not run direct operations itself, instead supporting organisations that deliver measurable wellbeing improvements.
What Mackie Foundation funds
The Foundation supports capital projects that transform beneficiary organisations, particularly refurbishments of supported housing and accommodation for addiction recovery. It targets charities delivering measurable wellbeing improvements in health and rehabilitation, favouring those advancing medical research or capacity-building in recovery services. The Foundation does not provide revenue support, unrestricted funding, or direct operations. Its work is focused entirely on health improvement and life-saving initiatives across England and Wales, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based interventions in drug and alcohol rehabilitation and facility enhancements.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities operating throughout England and Wales. The Foundation prefers medium-to-large, established entities demonstrating strong track records and sustainable impact. No strict income thresholds apply, but smaller or unproven groups are unlikely to be considered. The Foundation does not fund individuals, businesses, or non-health initiatives.
What Mackie Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not provide revenue support, unrestricted funding, or direct operations. It does not fund individuals, businesses, or initiatives outside of health improvement and life-saving. Smaller or unproven organisations, as well as those without a strong track record in their field, are unlikely to receive support.
How they like to fund
Funding is invite-only, with grants selected proactively by the trustees. The Foundation makes strategic grants to other charities and voluntary bodies, focusing on capital projects that bring about transformative change. Unsolicited applications are not accepted, and the Foundation operates as a discreet, trustee-driven funder.
How much does Mackie 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 Mackie Foundation
Mackie 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 once per year.
What you can do here
- 1Check fit. See if your project aligns with Mackie Foundation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Mackie Foundation provide?
Mackie Foundation typically provides grants of £10,000 - £100,000.
Where does Mackie Foundation fund charities?
Mackie Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Mackie Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Mackie Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Mackie Foundation?
Mackie 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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