Forbes Charitable Foundation
Background
Funding is provided by the Forbes Charitable Foundation.
Objectives of Fund
The funding is for services that support the independence of people with mild to moderate learning needs within the UK.
The current priorities are:
Employment and Training
Social Enterprises
Employment Initiatives
Skills Training
Active Volunteering
Transition services for adults 18+
Financial and Inclusion
Rights and Entitlements
Advocacy
Benefits Entitlement
Active Citizenship
Support Networks
Day Care & Support
Meeting People/Making Friends
Support/Care in the Community
Support networks for family and carers
Respite Support
Accommodation
Supported Living
Residential Care
Dementia Care
Value Notes
Annual grants of up to £30,000 are available. The grants can be either a one off grant or for up to three years consecutive funding which is reviewed each year.
It is anticipated that between 6 and 10 grants will be awarded annually.
In addition, small grants of up to £5,000 are available through the Townsend Discretionary Fund. These grants are awarded for smaller capital items or other specific one off expenditure that are an integral part of projects meeting these objectives.
Who Can Apply
Applications will be considered from UK registered or exempt charities and community interest groups.
To be eligible, applicants must:
Have an annual turnover of between £1 million and £20 million.
Provide support to people with a learning disability.
Eligible Expenditure
The funding can cover capital or revenue costs
How To Apply
Guidance notes and application forms are available on the Forbes Charitable Foundation website.
The next round of grant making will be available for the year starting April 2028. The deadline for applications is 30 September 2027.
Contact the Forbes Charitable Foundation for further information.
