Deadline: 05-Feb-2026
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal Big Charity Giveaway offers grants up to £15,000 for registered UK charities in Yorkshire, the Midlands, and the Liverpool City Region. Funding supports projects that improve the lives of children, cancer patients, families, and communities, covering both capital and revenue costs.
Overview
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal has launched a £250,000 Big Charity Giveaway to provide vital funding to registered charities across Yorkshire, the Midlands, and the Liverpool City Region. The programme continues the legacy of Jane Tomlinson CBE by supporting charities that improve quality of life for children, cancer patients, families, and communities.
Focus Areas and Objectives
The grant programme targets charities working in the following areas:
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Children and young people’s wellbeing, including play schemes, play therapy, and activity centres
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Cancer care, support for patients and their families, and bereavement services
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Mental health support and emotional wellbeing initiatives
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Family support, respite schemes, and independent living services
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Community-based services, capital building, renovation, and refurbishment projects
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Research related to cancer or childhood illness
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Activities that sustain, develop, or expand the charity’s core services
Funding Details
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Grant Range: From a few hundred pounds up to £15,000 per organisation
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Eligible Costs: Both capital and revenue costs, including project-specific expenses and core or general running costs
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Purpose: To enable charities to sustain, develop, or expand their work in line with the Appeal’s focus areas
Who Is Eligible?
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UK-registered not-for-profit organisations
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Operating for at least two years with submitted accounts
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Based in, or delivering services within, Yorkshire, the Midlands, or the Liverpool City Region
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Annual income of £5 million or less
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Ineligible applicants: Individuals, public bodies, grant-distributing organisations, or charities with political associations/interests
How to Apply / How It Works
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Prepare Application: Provide details about the charity, project objectives, target beneficiaries, expected outcomes, and budget
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Submit Application: Ensure compliance with eligibility criteria, regional focus, and organisational financial limits
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Assessment: Applications are evaluated based on impact, alignment with focus areas, and organisational capacity
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Funding Decision: Successful charities receive grants ranging up to £15,000, allocated for the approved purposes
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Use of Funds: Grants may support either capital or revenue expenses, including core operational costs where appropriate
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Applying as an individual or public body
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Submitting applications for organisations outside the specified regions
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Requesting funds for organisations with an annual income over £5 million
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Applying for projects not aligned with the Appeal’s focus areas
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Failing to provide two years of accounts or operational history
Why This Grant Matters
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Extends the legacy of Jane Tomlinson CBE by supporting impactful community projects
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Strengthens charity capacity to deliver critical services to children, families, and patients
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Enables funding for both capital and operational needs, allowing flexibility
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Supports initiatives that improve health, wellbeing, education, and community resilience
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who can apply? UK-registered not-for-profit organisations operating in Yorkshire, the Midlands, or Liverpool City Region with an annual income of £5 million or less.
2. What is the maximum grant amount? £15,000 per organisation.
3. What can the funding be used for? Capital costs, revenue costs, project-specific expenses, and general running or core costs.
4. Are individuals eligible? No, only registered charities meeting eligibility criteria may apply.
5. How long must an organisation have been operating? At least two years with submitted accounts.
6. What types of projects are prioritized? Initiatives supporting children, cancer patients and families, mental health, wellbeing, community services, and related research.
7. Can organisations with political affiliations apply? No, politically associated organisations are ineligible.
Conclusion
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal Big Charity Giveaway offers vital grant funding to support charities across Yorkshire, the Midlands, and the Liverpool City Region. By funding projects that enhance the wellbeing of children, families, and communities, this programme continues Jane Tomlinson CBE’s legacy of positive social impact and community support.
For more information, visit Jane Tomlinson Appeal.