Sasha Foundation
Background
The Sasha Foundation is a registered charity that was established to support groups that work with mental health issues, in memory of Sasha Love.
Objectives of Fund
This fund aims to support charitable organisations working with young people, with a preference for those suffering from depression and mental health issues, or those who are confronting drug abuse issues.
Additionally, the Foundation supports education and healthcare projects and programs in the third world, with a preference for education for young women.
Value Notes
Typically, grants will be up to £10,000 and at most will be for up to 50% of the total cost of the proposed project.
Match Funding Restrictions
Evidence of match funding Is required.
Who Can Apply
Established charitable organisations can apply.
Priority will be given to grassroots community groups and small-to-medium-sized voluntary organisations.
Grous must have:
A governing document.
A governing body of at least three unrelated individuals.
A bank account in the group’s name.
Location
United Kingdom.
Restrictions
The following are not eligible for funding:
Individuals.
Contributions to general appeals or circulars.
Religious activity that is not for the wider public benefit.
Public bodies to carry out their statutory obligations.
Retrospective costs.
Grant-making by other organisations.
Privately owned and profit-distributing companies or limited partnerships.
The Foundation typically does not award grants to large charities.
Eligible Expenditure
Funding can be used for running costs (including salaries), projects, equipment, or capital developments.
Funding can be used for new, continuing, or one-off initiatives.
How To Apply
The trustees meet a minimum of twice a year to consider applications. The deadlines for applications are:
1 April.
1 October.
Guidance notes and an application form are available from the Sasha Foundation website.
Completed applications should be submitted by email or post to the Foundation’s accountants.
Useful links
Sasha Foundation
https://www.thesashafoundation.org.uk/
Addresses and contacts
For further information on how to obtain this grant locally, please contact the following:
Enquiries
Sasha Foundation
c/o Richardson Swift
11 Laura Place
Bath, BA2 4BL
E-Mail: info@thesashafoundation.co.uk
