West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity

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Typical grants: £1,000 – £25,000
Where they fund: Masonic Province of West Lancashire
Applications: Accepted
Decisions: Rolling (no fixed deadline)

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About West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity (WLFC) is a grant-making body rooted in the Masonic traditions of the Province of West Lancashire. Its mission is to support both Freemasons in need and wider community causes. Funded entirely by Freemason donations, the Trust values compassion, service, and stewardship. Over half its grants go to non-Masonic community projects. WLFC funds specific projects rather than providing unrestricted support or topping up budgets. The charity is distinctive for its volunteer-led governance and case-by-case assessment approach.

What West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity funds

WLFC supports community projects in the Masonic Province of West Lancashire. Their grants focus on children and young people, disability inclusion, community development, faith-based activities, sport and recreation, and armed forces causes. They fund project delivery, equipment, and capital works. They only help with specific projects and do not top up bank balances. They expect applicants to have raised some funds themselves. The Trust also runs a separate Masonic Relief programme for Freemasons and their dependants facing hardship.

Who can apply

Registered charities, community groups, and faith organisations based and working within the Masonic Province of West Lancashire are eligible for community grants. The Trust prioritises projects benefiting children, young people, and disabled people, as well as the general public. There are no income thresholds, and unsolicited applications are welcome. Separately, the Masonic Relief programme supports Freemasons and their dependants in conditions of need, hardship, or distress.

What West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity doesn't fund

WLFC does not fund core costs, ongoing revenue deficits, or unrestricted budgets. They do not top up existing bank balances or provide funding for the entire cost of a project. Grants are only for specific, time-limited initiatives.

How they like to fund

WLFC provides one-off grants for specific projects. They assess each application on a case-by-case basis and expect applicants to demonstrate that they have raised some funds themselves. The Trust is governed by volunteers and welcomes unsolicited applications.

How much does West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity give?

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity runs 3 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.

Last verified 8 August 2026 · 43 sourced facts

Community Grants (up to £25,000)

Up to £25,000

Major Community Projects (over £25,000)Currently closed

£25,001+

Apply by letter
1 rounds a year

Masonic Relief (Individuals)Rolling applications

£1+

By invitation only

Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.

What West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity funds — and what they won't

Their stated priorities

We only help for a specific project. We do not top up bank balances.

Where they fund

Masonic Province of West Lancashire

Costs they'll cover

Project deliveryEquipmentCapital works & buildingsCore costsSalaries

They don't fund

Core costs

The full exclusions list (1)

We only help for a specific project. It would be unusual for us to meet the costs of the whole project.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

Children & youthEducationDisabilityHealthMental health

How to apply to West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity takes applications via apply by letter.

Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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How it works

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity provide?

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity runs 3 grant programmes — Community Grants (up to £25,000): Up to £25,000 · Major Community Projects (over £25,000): £25,001+ · Masonic Relief (Individuals): £1+.

Where does West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity fund charities?

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity funds charities operating in Masonic Province of West Lancashire.

Does West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity accept unsolicited applications?

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

What does West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity not fund?

Their published exclusions include: We only help for a specific project. It would be unusual for us to meet the costs of the whole project.. The full exclusions list is further up this page.

How do I apply for funding from West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity?

West Lancashire Freemasons' Charity takes applications via apply by letter. Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).