Potton Consolidated Charity

The charity funds a broad range of causes within the parish of Potton. General grants support community development, poverty and hardship relief, faith-based activities, sport and recreation, health, disability, and services for older people and children. These grants can be used for capital works or project delivery. Education grants are available for full-time further and higher education for residents under 25, including support for transport costs in further education. The charity also furthers the religious and charitable work of the Church of England in the area. All funding is strictly for the benefit of Potton parish residents.

Applicants must live in the parish of Potton – this is a strict requirement. The charity supports individuals, community groups, registered charities, and faith groups. Beneficiaries include people in need, hardship or distress, children and young people under 25, older people, and disabled people. Education grants are for young people under 25 pursuing full-time study. There is no restriction on religious affiliation; the charity supports both Church of England projects and other faith-based activities. General grants are open to any resident or group working for the benefit of Potton parish.

The charity does not fund A-Level studies. Grants are not available for applicants living outside the parish of Potton. Education grants are for full-time study only, so part-time courses are not supported.

The charity offers one-off grants for specific purposes. General grants can be used for capital projects or project delivery. Education grants are awarded annually, with new applications required for each year of study. The charity welcomes unsolicited applications from eligible individuals and groups. There is no requirement for match funding.