William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company)
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £5,000
- Where they fund
- London Borough of Bexley, Greater London
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Online form
- Decisions
- Bi annually
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waxchandlers.org.ukAbout William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company)
William Kendall's Charity is a philanthropic trust administered by the Worshipful Company of Wax Chandlers, one of London's oldest livery companies. Established by a bequest in 1558, the charity exists to relieve need, hardship and distress. It operates three distinct funds: the Bexley Small Grants Scheme, the Greater London Fund, and the Persons in Need Fund. Each fund has a different focus and application route, reflecting the charity's dual commitment to its local area and its livery company heritage.
What William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) funds
The Bexley Small Grants Scheme supports any charitable activity that benefits inhabitants of the London Borough of Bexley. The Greater London Fund focuses on the relief of need among inhabitants of Greater London who are in conditions of need, distress, or hardship, with a preference for the inhabitants of the City of London. The Persons in Need Fund provides relief for members of the Wax Chandlers' Company, their widows and orphans, and other individuals in similar conditions of hardship. The charity does not make grants directly to individuals.
Who can apply
The Bexley Small Grants Scheme is open to local charities acting for the general benefit of inhabitants of the London Borough of Bexley. Eligible applicants include registered charities, community interest companies, and community groups. The Greater London Fund and Persons in Need Fund are operated on a commissioning basis and do not accept unsolicited applications. There is no religious restriction.
What William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) doesn't fund
The charity does not make grants directly to individuals. Unsolicited applications are not accepted for the Greater London Fund or the Persons in Need Fund.
How they like to fund
The Bexley Small Grants Scheme accepts unsolicited applications from local charities. The Greater London Fund and Persons in Need Fund are operated on a commissioning basis, meaning the trustee does not accept unsolicited applications for these funds.
How much does William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) give?
William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) runs 3 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 15 sourced facts
- 2 rounds a year
- By invitation only
- 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 William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) funds — and what they won't
Funds are available for any charitable activity in the Borough.
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How to apply to William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company)
William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) takes applications via online form.
- Published programme route: by invitation only.
- Decisions are typically bi annually.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) provide?
William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) typically provides grants of £500 - £5,000.
Where does William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) fund charities?
William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) funds charities operating in London Borough of Bexley, Greater London.
Does William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) accept unsolicited applications?
William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) 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 William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company)?
William Kendall's Charity (Wax Chandlers Company) takes applications via online form. Published programme route: by invitation only.
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