Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund
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- Typical grants
- £2,000 – £10,000
- Where they fund
- South Yorkshire (excluding Doncaster)
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Email application
- Decisions
- Once per year
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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neillcharities.comAbout Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund
The Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund, part of the Neill Charities group, is dedicated to improving the lives of older people in South Yorkshire, excluding Doncaster. The Fund was established to support the welfare of elderly residents in this defined region, reflecting a strong commitment to localism and community stewardship. Its trustees concentrate on established charitable organisations that actively work for the benefit of older people, while remaining open to new initiatives from other groups with a similar focus. The Fund is characterised by a hyper-local, trustee-led approach, prioritising organisations with proven local roots and a clear impact on the elderly population it serves.
What Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund funds
The Fund supports a wide range of charitable work benefiting older people, including community outreach, day services, befriending schemes, and practical daily aid. It also funds activities that combat isolation, promote active ageing, and foster independence among elderly residents. All funded work must take place in South Yorkshire, excluding Doncaster, and benefit older people living in this area. The trustees favour established organisations with a strong track record of serving the local elderly population, though they are willing to consider new initiatives that address the needs of older people in the region.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities, with a preference for small to medium-sized organisations that have strong local ties to South Yorkshire and a proven record of serving older people. The Fund does not support individuals, and it favours groups with a clear local impact over large national charities without strong regional roots. While there is no geographic restriction on where applicant organisations are based, the beneficiaries must be elderly people resident in South Yorkshire (excluding Doncaster). New initiatives by other organisations working for the benefit of older people may also be considered.
What Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund doesn't fund
The Fund does not support individuals, and it excludes work that does not directly benefit older people in South Yorkshire (excluding Doncaster). It also tends to avoid large national charities that lack strong regional connections, preferring organisations with established local presence and accountability.
How they like to fund
The Fund provides grants to support the running costs and activities of charitable organisations, with a focus on sustained, practical support for older people. It welcomes unsolicited applications from eligible organisations, and decisions are made by trustees who take a hands-on, local approach to grant-making. The Fund favours partnerships with groups that demonstrate clear local impact and a commitment to the welfare of elderly residents in the region.
How much does Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund give?
Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 11 sourced facts
- Apply by letter
- 1 rounds a year
Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
What Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund funds — and what they won't
It is the policy of the Trustees to concentrate their support on established charitable organisations which work actively for the benefit of old people in the area of jurisdiction. However, the Trustees are prepared to consider support for new initiatives by other organisations working for the benefit of old people in South Yorkshire.
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How to apply to Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund
Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund takes applications via email application.
- Published programme route: apply by letter.
- Decisions are typically once per year.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
What Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund's application asks
We hold the 24 questions from Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund's application form, word for word — so you know exactly what you're signing up to answer.
“Name of organisation”
“Registered charity number”
22 more questions from their form, plus answers drafted from your charity's real data if you decide to apply.
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 Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund provide?
Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund typically provides grants of £2,000 - £10,000.
Where does Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund fund charities?
Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund funds charities operating in South Yorkshire (excluding Doncaster).
Does Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund accept unsolicited applications?
Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund 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 Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund?
Marjorie Coote Old Peoples Charity Fund takes applications via email application. Published programme route: apply by letter.
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