Norman Collisson Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £2,000 – £25,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Norman Collisson Foundation
The Norman Collisson Foundation is a UK-wide grant-making charity established in memory of philanthropist Norman Collisson and based in Oxfordshire. The trustees operate with a philosophy of responsible stewardship, prioritising impactful initiatives across a broad range of charitable causes. Rather than open calls, they fund through trustee initiative, allowing flexible support for projects that align with their values of public benefit and effective use of funds. The Foundation primarily supports health and medical research, mental health services, conservation, community development, education, and social welfare. Its geographic focus is UK-wide, with a particular emphasis on Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. This invite-only approach enables them to act as a responsive partner for charities and researchers.
What Norman Collisson Foundation funds
The Foundation supports a broad range of charitable causes centred on health, medical research, mental health services, conservation, community development, education, and social welfare. Within health, they fund studies into surgical advancements and medical conditions, as well as direct service provision. They also support environmental conservation, community development projects, and educational initiatives. Grants can be used for various cost types, including direct project delivery, equipment purchases, capacity building, and occasional core costs. Their geographic focus is UK-wide, but they have a particular emphasis on Oxfordshire and surrounding areas, reflecting their Oxfordshire base.
Who can apply
Eligible organisations include UK-registered charities, academic institutions, and research organisations. The Foundation places no demographic restrictions on beneficiaries and supports communities across the UK, with a particular focus on Oxfordshire and the surrounding region. Their funding pattern tends to favour organisations working in health and medical research fields, though they consider a variety of sizes and causes.
What Norman Collisson Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not fund statutory bodies, political activities, or non-charitable purposes. They avoid supporting organisations that fall outside the charitable sector or engage in political campaigning.
How they like to fund
The Foundation operates on an invite-only basis; they do not accept unsolicited applications and funding occurs solely through trustee initiative. This allows them to offer flexible support that can cover a range of costs, including direct project delivery, equipment purchases, capacity building, and occasional core costs. Their approach is responsive rather than programmatic, aligning with their philosophy of responsible stewardship.
How much does Norman Collisson 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.
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How to apply to Norman Collisson Foundation
Norman Collisson 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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- Decisions are typically as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Norman Collisson Foundation provide?
Norman Collisson Foundation typically provides grants of £2,000 - £25,000.
Where does Norman Collisson Foundation fund charities?
Norman Collisson Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Norman Collisson Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Norman Collisson Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Norman Collisson Foundation?
Norman Collisson 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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