Norman Collisson Foundation

The Norman Collisson Foundation is a UK-based grant-making charity established in memory of philanthropist Norman Collisson, dedicated to advancing charitable causes through responsible stewardship and flexible support for public benefit. Operating UK-wide with a base in Oxfordshire, it embodies a legacy of discretion and responsiveness, where trustees prioritize impactful initiatives without rigid thematic guidelines, focusing on maximizing community good via effective fund use.

Primarily funding health and medical research—including medical studies, surgical advancements, and related projects—the foundation also supports broader charitable activities like mental health services, conservation, community development, education, and social welfare. Grants enable direct service provision, equipment purchases, capacity building, project delivery, and occasional core costs for UK-registered charities, academic institutions, research organizations, and select individuals, serving diverse beneficiaries without demographic limits.

Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities or academic bodies with no specified income thresholds, though patterns favor small to large entities in health fields; geographic focus spans the UK without restrictions. Typical grants range from £2,000 to £25,000 (often £5,000–£15,000), awarded ad hoc at trustee discretion with no open calls, deadlines, or application processes—unsolicited submissions are not accepted, and funding occurs via trustee initiative only.

Distinctively invite-only and non-prescriptive, the foundation avoids statutory bodies, political activities, or non-charitable purposes, differentiating itself as a versatile partner for medical innovators and community needs rather than themed programs, emphasizing trustee judgment for high-impact, flexible philanthropy.