Wigoder Family Foundation
Could Wigoder Family Foundation fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.
- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £25,000
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Postal application
- Decisions
- Bi annually
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Wigoder Family Foundation
The Wigoder Family Foundation is a UK-based grant-making trust that supports registered charities across England and Wales. Established in 2001, it operates as a family-led foundation with a broad charitable mandate, allowing trustees to apply their discretion flexibly. The foundation values a personal approach to giving and prioritises Jewish faith-based organisations, while also funding a wide range of causes. Its funding character is shaped by a commitment to flexibility and responsiveness to diverse charitable needs.
What Wigoder Family Foundation funds
The foundation supports registered charities working in disability, education, faith, and health. It funds a broad spectrum of activities within these areas, including frontline services, research, patient support, community development, and cultural heritage. The foundation operates throughout England and Wales, with no defined geographic limits within that area. It considers applications from charities of all sizes, focusing on those that align with the trustees' interests and values.
Who can apply
Only registered charities in England and Wales are eligible to apply. The foundation has a particular preference for Jewish faith-based organisations. It welcomes applications from charities of all sizes, with no income thresholds or geographic restrictions within its operating area. The foundation does not fund individuals or non-registered charities.
How much does Wigoder Family Foundation give?
Wigoder Family Foundation runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 4 sourced facts
- Apply by letter
- 2 rounds a year
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.
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How to apply to Wigoder Family Foundation
Wigoder Family Foundation takes applications via postal application.
- Published programme route: apply by letter.
- Decisions are typically bi annually.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Wigoder Family Foundation on the charity register
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as THE WIGODER FAMILY FOUNDATION, charity number 1086806.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Wigoder Family Foundation provide?
Wigoder Family Foundation typically provides grants of £5,000 - £25,000.
Where does Wigoder Family Foundation fund charities?
Wigoder Family Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Wigoder Family Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Wigoder Family Foundation accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Wigoder Family Foundation?
Wigoder Family Foundation takes applications via postal application. Published programme route: apply by letter.
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