Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation provides UK-registered charities with grants up to £5,000 to support initiatives that help people experiencing hardship or underserved groups access secure housing and improve financial wellbeing. Applications are open to charities serving individuals in the top 50% of the UK Index of Multiple Deprivation, with a minimum of three years’ establishment and published accounts.
About the Foundation
The Foundation focuses on supporting social impact initiatives in two core areas:
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A Place to Call Home – Ensuring individuals have access to safe, secure, and suitable housing, whether permanent or temporary, especially during crisis situations such as homelessness, domestic abuse, or palliative care.
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Financial Wellbeing – Enabling individuals to prevent or address financial difficulties through guidance, money management support, and financial education that promotes independence.
The Foundation prioritizes projects that create tangible, measurable benefits for people experiencing hardship and underserved groups in the UK.
Key Outcomes
A Place to Call Home
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Access to safe, secure, permanent housing
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Support for independent living for those in greatest need
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Access to temporary housing during crises
Financial Wellbeing
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Guidance to prevent or manage financial difficulty
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Access to financial education and literacy programs
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Support for independent money management skills
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants must:
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Be a UK-registered charity (England, Wales, Northern Ireland, or Scotland)
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Have been established for at least three years
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Have three years of published accounts on the relevant Charity Commission platform
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Serve individuals in the top 50% of the UK Index of Multiple Deprivation
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Demonstrate direct benefits to UK residents
What Can Funding Be Used For?
The Foundation may support charities in the following ways:
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Core costs – salaries, rent, utilities, and operational expenses
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Project costs – delivery of specific initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s outcomes
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Small capital contributions – infrastructure, technology, or equipment
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Practical items for beneficiaries – essentials for people moving into permanent housing, accessibility aids, educational resources, laptops, or digital competence tools
Note: Salary support for personnel is acceptable if the charity provides evidence of long-term sustainability.
Application Guidelines
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Charities may apply for funding once every three years if previously successful
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Unsuccessful applicants may reapply after one year
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Reporting requirements must be completed within one year of receiving the grant
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Applications must include full details of the charity, the project, and the specific funding requirement
Tips for a Successful Application
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Align your project clearly with one or more of the Foundation’s target outcomes
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Demonstrate direct impact on beneficiaries in the eligible UK areas
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Include detailed cost breakdowns and justification for requested funds
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Highlight any sustainability measures for long-term project impact
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Clearly specify whether funds are requested for core, project, or small capital costs
FAQs
1. Who can apply?
UK-registered charities with at least three years of operation and published accounts serving individuals in the top 50% of the UK Index of Multiple Deprivation.
2. What is the maximum grant amount?
£5,000 per application.
3. Can the grant be used for salaries?
Yes, if the charity demonstrates long-term sustainability of salary costs.
4. How often can a charity apply?
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Successful applicants: every three years
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Unsuccessful applicants: after one year
5. What types of expenses are eligible?
Core costs, project delivery costs, small capital contributions, and practical items that directly benefit people in need.
6. Are charities outside the UK eligible?
No, funding is only available for UK-registered charities serving UK residents.
7. Is reporting required?
Yes, charities must complete reporting within one year of receiving funding.
Conclusion
The Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation Grant offers essential support to UK charities helping underserved communities gain secure housing and improve financial wellbeing. Charities are encouraged to submit clear, detailed applications that demonstrate direct, measurable impact and align closely with the Foundation’s mission to enhance social stability, independence, and financial literacy.
For more information, visit Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation.