Inman Charity

Objectives of Fund

The funding is for projects with a social welfare focus and those working with disadvantaged people.

Previous Success

Examples of previously awarded organisations include:

Medical - Research

• Brain Research Trust
• British Heart Foundation
• Epilepsy Society
• Pancreatic Cancer UK
• Leicester Hospitals Charity
• The Eve Appeal
• Diabetes UK
• Cystic Fibrosis Trust
• Orthopaedic Research UK

Social - Hospice

• Hospice UK
• Katharine House

Social - Older People

• Contact the Elderly
• Beverley Community Lift
• Hot Line Meals Service
• Carers Milton Keynes

Social - Deaf and Blind

• DeafBlind UK
• Mansfield & North Notts Society for Deaf People
• Northumberland County Blind Association

Social - Disabled and Welfare

• Changing Faces
• Revitalise
• Ability North London
• Spadework
• Independent Arts

Armed Forces

• SSAFA

General

• Reach volunteering
• Fields in Trust
• Kent Search and Rescue
• Bipolar UK

Value Notes

In the year to 31 December 2024, the total amount awarded will be reduced from £350,000 (per annum) to £250,000 and subject to review later in the year.

Funding is at the discretion of the Trustees and no minimum or maximum level of funding is specified.

Most grants tend to be between £2,000 and £5,000, with an occasional larger grant.

Who Can Apply

Charities registered in the UK may apply.

Location

United Kingdom

Restrictions

The following are not eligible for funding:

• Individuals.
• Working with young children and infants.
• Maintenance of buildings at a local level such as churches and village halls.
• Animal welfare.
• Wildlife and environmental conservation.
• Religious charities.

Eligible Expenditure

The directors are particularly interested in supporting the following areas of charitable work:

• Medical research.
• Care of the elderly.
• General welfare.
• Hospices.
• The deaf and blind.
• Care of the physically and mentally disabled.
• The Armed Forces.

How To Apply

Applications are considered twice a year: at the Spring (April) and Autumn (October) meetings.

Applications must be received by the end of:

• February for consideration at the April meeting.
• August for consideration at the November meeting.

Application is by letter providing the following information:

• The registered Charity Number, the aims and objectives of the Charity, and any other relevant factors.
• Details of the total amount required.
• Contributions received to date.
• Proposed timing to complete the work.
• A copy of the latest annual report.
• A set of the most recent audited accounts.

The directors do not acknowledge applications and will only contact those to whom grants are awarded.