Should I apply to a Designated Fund or the Greatest Need Fund?

There are two routes to funding from the charity: via a Designated Fund or our Greatest Need Fund. Designated Funds are individual charity funds that relate to specific areas of the Trust. The Greatest Need Fund covers all areas of the Trust.

In the first instance, you should find out whether there is a Designated Fund for the area your idea relates to.

Go to Step two: determine which fund to apply to

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I have an idea – is it eligible for charitable funding?

The first step is to decide whether your proposal might be considered for funding by Royal Surrey Charity.
What are the Designated Funds?

You can view a list of our funds, along with the designated fund managers, on our Designated Funds page.
When can I apply to a Designated Fund?

Applications to Designated Funds can be made throughout the year.
I have an idea but there is not a related Designated Fund

What to do if there isn't a Designated Fund relating to your project.
How do I apply to the Greatest Need Fund?

Information you need to apply to our Greatest Need Fund.
When can I apply to the Greatest Need Fund?

Our Greatest Need Fund is open for applications annually.
Where can I find contact details for the Designated Fund managers?

Find a list of our Designated Funds and the contact details for fund managers here.
When do I have to complete a Charity Business Case?

Where an idea requires more than £5,000 of funding, a Charity Business Case must be completed and approved by the Trust before it can be considered by the charity.
Where can I download a business case template?

Visit our resources page
I want to speak to someone - who should I contact?

If you can't find what you're looking for, get in touch with our charity team.

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