Charles Hayward Foundation makes grants to small and medium-sized UK registered charities. If you are interested in applying for our grant, please first take our eligibility quiz to ensure you meet our minimum criteria for funding.
Please select the appropriate category below for your project. Here you will find detailed information on what we fund, category-specific exclusions, and how and when to apply.
Social & Criminal Justice
Preventing people entering the criminal justice system, and supporting those in contact with the system to rebuild their lives.
Overseas
Improving the livelihoods of disadvantaged communities in Commonwealth countries in Africa.
Heritage & Conservation
Preserving heritage assets of national significance. CURRENTLY CLOSED
Older People
Enhancing older people’s quality of life at a community level.
We are very conscious of the level of work involved in applying for funding and would encourage charities to consider whether their work aligns with the Foundation’s funding priorities before submitting an application. Please contact us if you’re unsure or have any questions.
If you want to go ahead with an application, please also read the following information.
