TMT Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £10,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Quarterly
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout TMT Foundation
TMT Foundation is a UK charity established in 2012, governed by three longstanding trustees. Its mission is to address medical needs, relieve poverty, alleviate homelessness, and empower disadvantaged children through educational opportunities, notably via its 'Giving Hope Through Education' programmes. Rooted in values of social justice, compassionate direct aid, and breaking cycles of disadvantage, the Foundation prioritises high-impact interventions for the most marginalised. It is a targeted and selective funder, focusing on acute needs unlikely to attract mainstream funding, and champions transformative education and regional priorities in South West England.
What TMT Foundation funds
The Foundation supports a range of causes including health grants, poverty relief, homelessness initiatives, children's education, and to a lesser extent religion, disability, accommodation, and support for armed forces or emergency services. Grants fund projects, facilities, buildings, open spaces, and acute individual cases. The Foundation has a strong geographic focus on the UK, particularly Somerset and Dorset in South West England, and favours smaller, grassroots organisations addressing acute needs. It also supports religious activities and regional south-west priorities.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and community groups. The Foundation has a strong preference for smaller, grassroots organisations based in the UK, especially those in Somerset and Dorset. Beneficiaries include children and young people in adversity, the elderly, disabled individuals, other charities, voluntary groups, and the general public. There is no strict income threshold, but the Foundation favours those addressing acute needs unlikely to attract mainstream funding. No religious restriction applies.
What TMT Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation avoids broad grantmaking and does not support large national organisations or open competitions. It does not offer multi-year commitments, instead focusing on one-off grants for specific projects or acute needs. Unsolicited applications are not accepted; funding is by invitation or referral.
How they like to fund
The Foundation works by invitation or referral and does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are discretionary and typically one-off, funding projects, facilities, buildings, open spaces, and acute individual cases. The Foundation favours smaller grassroots organisations and does not offer multi-year commitments.
How much does TMT 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 TMT Foundation
TMT Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does TMT Foundation provide?
TMT Foundation typically provides grants of £500 - £10,000.
Where does TMT Foundation fund charities?
TMT Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does TMT Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
TMT Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from TMT Foundation?
TMT 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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