MW (RH) Foundation

The Foundation funds a broad spectrum of charitable purposes, including education and training, poverty prevention and relief, religious activities, and aid for children, young people, the elderly, and ethnic or racial groups. Support extends to both organisations and individuals, covering core costs, project expenses, or unrestricted use. While primarily focused on Manchester City and Greater Manchester, the Foundation's objects allow UK-wide flexibility without geographic exclusions, enabling it to respond to needs identified by trustees wherever they arise.

Eligible applicants are limited to UK-registered charities and community groups. The Foundation prefers smaller or medium-sized entities demonstrating local relevance or trustee connections, and large national organisations are unlikely to receive support without personal links. There are no strict income thresholds, and the Foundation does not restrict applications based on faith. Beneficiaries span children, young people, the elderly, and ethnic or racial groups, reflecting the Foundation's wide charitable objects.

The Foundation does not support partisan politics, statutory bodies, or non-charitable activities as defined by charity law. Its focus remains on general charitable purposes, and it avoids causes that fall outside this remit or lack a clear charitable character.

Funding is invite-only, identified through trustee networks, with no formal application process. The Foundation offers flexible support including core costs, projects, or unrestricted use, and does not accept unsolicited approaches. Its personal, discretionary style means grants are shaped by direct relationships and community ties rather than open competitions.