West Derby Waste Lands Charity

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Typical grants: £500 – £5,000
Where they fund: Ancient Township of West Derby (parts of L7, L11, L12, L13, L14)
Applications: Accepted
How to apply: Postal application
Decisions: Quarterly

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About West Derby Waste Lands Charity

West Derby Waste Lands Charity is a local grant-making trust supporting residents and community groups within the Ancient Township of West Derby, an area covering parts of Liverpool postcodes L7, L11, L12, L13 and L14. The charity’s mission is to relieve poverty and promote the general benefit of inhabitants, with a focus on enhancing health, welfare and wellbeing. The Trust funds a broad range of community-based activities, with priority given to supporting young people, older people, those who are infirm, and individuals in financial difficulties. Grants are available to registered charities, community groups and individuals, as long as the applicant lives or the work takes place within the defined West Derby boundaries. Distinctively, the Trust operates two separate programmes: Community Grants for organisations and Personal Grants for individuals.

What West Derby Waste Lands Charity funds

The Trust supports a wide range of causes including poverty relief, support for older people, children and young people, disabled people, and those experiencing mental or physical health challenges. Community development activities are also funded. Priority is given to enhancing health, welfare and wellbeing, and to supporting the young, old, infirm, and those in financial difficulties. All funded work must take place within the Ancient Township of West Derby, covering parts of Liverpool postcodes L7, L11, L12, L13 and L14. Both community-based activities and individual welfare needs are considered.

Who can apply

Registered charities and community groups based or working within the Ancient Township of West Derby can apply for Community Grants. Individuals who live within the same boundary can apply for Personal Grants. The Trust prioritises beneficiaries including children, young people, older people, disabled people, unemployed individuals, and the general public. There is no restriction on religious affiliation. Applicants must demonstrate that their work or need is within the defined area.

What West Derby Waste Lands Charity doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund projects or applicants based outside the Ancient Township of West Derby, even if the work is delivered within it. Individuals living outside the boundary cannot apply for Personal Grants. No other specific exclusions are stated.

How much does West Derby Waste Lands Charity give?

West Derby Waste Lands Charity runs 2 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.

£500 – £5,000

Last verified 8 August 2026 · 30 sourced facts

Community GrantRolling applications

Online application form
4 rounds a year

Personal GrantRolling applications

Online application form
4 rounds a year

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What West Derby Waste Lands Charity funds — and what they won't

Their stated priorities

Relief of poverty and general benefit of inhabitants; enhancing health, welfare and wellbeing; supporting young, old, infirm, those in financial difficulties; community-based activities.

Where they fund

Ancient Township of West Derby (parts of L7, L11, L12, L13, L14)

The full exclusions list (1)

Cannot apply if living outside the boundary even if working within it.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

Children & youthOlder peoplePoverty & hardshipHealthCommunity

How to apply to West Derby Waste Lands Charity

West Derby Waste Lands Charity takes applications via postal application.

Published programme route: online application form.
Decisions are typically quarterly.
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How it works

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does West Derby Waste Lands Charity provide?

West Derby Waste Lands Charity typically provides grants of £500 - £5,000.

Where does West Derby Waste Lands Charity fund charities?

West Derby Waste Lands Charity funds charities operating in Ancient Township of West Derby (parts of L7, L11, L12, L13, L14).

Does West Derby Waste Lands Charity accept unsolicited applications?

West Derby Waste Lands Charity accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

What does West Derby Waste Lands Charity not fund?

Their published exclusions include: Cannot apply if living outside the boundary even if working within it.. The full exclusions list is further up this page.

How do I apply for funding from West Derby Waste Lands Charity?

West Derby Waste Lands Charity takes applications via postal application. Published programme route: online application form.