Sir John Eastwood Foundation

The Sir John Eastwood Foundation, an independent grantmaking trust established in 1964 (charity no. 235389), channels the legacy of Sir John Eastwood to advance the welfare of vulnerable groups, with a strong emphasis on supporting UK-registered charities that serve Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas. Rooted in local philanthropy, it prioritises frontline services for the disabled, elderly, and children with special needs, reflecting values of prudent stewardship, community impact, and tangible benefits for marginalised populations through modest, one-off grants decided by trustees with deep local ties.

It funds a broad spectrum of charitable work, including disability support, elderly care, special education, literacy programmes, respite services, community development, aid for long-term health conditions, and inclusive activities for those with additional needs—as seen in grants to organisations like Disability Nottinghamshire, Literacy Volunteers, and Mansfield CVS. Support covers core costs, project delivery, and service provision, favouring grassroots efforts with proven track records over large-scale or ongoing commitments.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities, ideally small to medium-sized (annual incomes typically under £1 million) with strong Nottinghamshire presence or impact; national groups may qualify if locally focused. Applications are unsolicited, submitted via letter with annual accounts and project details to the registered address, on a rolling basis with decisions at quarterly trustee meetings (allow several months). Typical grants range from £2,000 to £10,000, occasionally up to £20,000.

Distinctively low-profile with no forms, deadlines, or online portals, it excludes capital projects, multi-year funding, and non-aligned causes, standing out for its unwavering Nottinghamshire priority and quiet enablement of local, effective services.