Who? UK based individuals and registered charities.
What? Building, equipment, medical research, recreational and respite breaks.
How much? No limit (largest grant has been £4 million).
Grants generally fall into the following areas:
- Building - funding modifications to homes, schools, hospices etc.
- Equipment - provision of specialised wheelchairs, other mobility aids and equipment including medical equipment to assist independent living.
- Medical Research - to help with the treatment of debilitating diseases and disabilities.
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Financial assistance for recreational and respite breaks.
You can apply for a grant at any time. Trustees meet four times a year, but you do not need to time your application to coincide with these meetings. Procedures exist to give approvals between meeting dates, where necessary.