Tom and Sheila Springer Charity

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Typical grants: £10,000 – £100,000
Applications: By invitation only
Decisions: As needed

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About Tom and Sheila Springer Charity

The Tom and Sheila Springer Charity was established in 1982 by Oliver Tom Springer and his wife Sheila Mamie Springer. It is an endowment fund dedicated to alleviating human suffering through medical interventions, primarily by providing life-saving equipment and supporting medically oriented initiatives. The charity values compassion, responsiveness, and practical impact, and takes a conservative, founder-led approach to stewardship of its funds. Its focus is on enabling health charities to deliver tangible benefits against serious illnesses. What makes this funder distinctive is its narrow medical focus and discretionary, invite-only approach.

What Tom and Sheila Springer Charity funds

The charity funds UK-wide medical and healthcare advancements, supporting established organisations tackling cancer, hospices, and conditions such as Crohn's and colitis. Supported activities include acquiring life-saving equipment, clinical and academic research, patient information and support services, hospice and hospital infrastructure, and awareness campaigns. The charity has a track record of repeat grants to high-impact grantees demonstrating measurable outcomes. Its narrow medical focus means it concentrates on interventions that directly relieve sickness and suffering.

Who can apply

Only UK-registered charities are considered, typically medium-to-large organisations with a proven track record in healthcare delivery. The charity prioritises established entities that can demonstrate measurable outcomes in areas such as cancer care, hospice services, and research into conditions like Crohn's and colitis. There is no restriction on geography within the UK, and the charity does not have a religious affiliation.

What Tom and Sheila Springer Charity doesn't fund

The charity does not fund general social welfare projects, unrestricted core costs, or direct support for individuals or communities. Its medical focus means it does not support broader charitable causes outside healthcare interventions.

How they like to fund

The charity operates on an invite-only basis, making discretionary grants for specific projects, capital needs, or research. It favours repeat funding for organisations that demonstrate measurable outcomes, reflecting its conservative stewardship approach. Unsolicited applications are not accepted.

How much does Tom and Sheila Springer Charity give?

£10,000 – £100,000

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Focus areas

Health

How to apply to Tom and Sheila Springer Charity

Tom and Sheila Springer Charity does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Tom and Sheila Springer Charity provide?

Tom and Sheila Springer Charity typically provides grants of £10,000 - £100,000.

Where does Tom and Sheila Springer Charity fund charities?

Tom and Sheila Springer Charity funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Tom and Sheila Springer Charity accept unsolicited applications?

Tom and Sheila Springer Charity does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Tom and Sheila Springer Charity?

Tom and Sheila Springer Charity does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.