Grant Application

The SpeedoMick Foundation’s objectives, through the provision of grants, is to work with groups directly supporting economically disadvantaged people.

The Foundation began grant giving to small, grassroots charities and community groups during the Covid-19 pandemic when the demands on their services were stretched to capacity and they were often unable to fundraise.

So far we have awarded 170 grants with a combined total of over £430,000.

Priorities for Support

The number of projects which can be supported is limited. The initial priorities for funding has been to those charities whose projects include:

Working with those who are homeless
Ex offender rehabilitation or educational support
General relief for people in need
The advancement of education

The Grant Making Process

Stage 1 Application

Applications must be received via the website. All applicants complete a standard application form which provides details of the charity or body applying, use to which any donated funds will be put to and how much is being applied for.

Stage 2 Review & Approval

All applications are reviewed against the SMF core objectives. The second stage of the application process may require a written presentation to the board of Trustees for review and final approval , or may passport through to Stage 3 if sufficient information is provided.

Stage 3 Donation

Fully approved applications are then awarded the amounts agreed by the board of Trustees. All corresponding press, PR and media announcements coordinated and approved by MC in conjunction with the receiving entity where appropriate.

Stage 4 Monitor & Report

The trustees will seek feedback on how any donations have been spent and also look to see evidence of the efficiency and success of any donations. MC may attend any appropriate activities carried out by the charitable causes that have received SMF donations.

* Amounts requested by applicants to be checked against pre agreed criteria of % of funds available in SMF and amount requested from SMF as % of overall charity.

New applications. For queries please get in touch via the contact form.

Please complete your details below.

Part 1 Your Organisation

Name of organisation *

Charity number

Website address

Contact name *

Contact role

Contact phone number *

Contact email *

Type of organisation *

Mission statement *

Annual income and expenditure of your organisation *

Part 2 The Project

Why is the grant needed (max 150 words) *

Please describe in detail the work you will do including when and where (max 400 words) *

Please provide a budget for the activity described *

How much are you applying for *

Are you able to accept restricted donations, whereby we specify the use of our donation?

Please outline any potential PR opportunities that may exist as a result of any donation we make, both in traditional and social media form.

Part 3 Financial information

We require your bank information such as account number, sort code and also a scanned copy of your most recent bank statement prior to release of funds. We will request these once we have reviewed this application.

Short Summary

In 50 words please explain exactly how you intend to use the grant

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Grant Application Process