The Greggs Foundation - Regional Grants Programme
The Greggs Foundation - funding for local good causes
Local not-for-profit organisations such as charities, charitable companies, churches and schools can apply for grants of up to £2,000 through the Greggs Foundation regional grants programme.
The Greggs Foundation was established in 1987 by Ian Gregg, founder of the Greggs bakery retailer.
The regional grants programme is administered by committees of volunteers from Gregg shops, bakeries and offices who are based in England, Scotland and Wales. They use their knowledge of the local area to make small grants to local organisations, in particular those that make a difference to people in need in the heart of Greggs' local communities.
The Greggs Foundation prioritises local organisations that help people in need in their local area. Many charitable causes can be supported through the programme. Most of the grants are to support an identifiable cause such as trips, activities and equipment.
Additionally the Foundation prioritises the following groups of people:
- People with caring responsibilities;
- People with disabilities;
- Homeless people; and
- Older people.
Past recipients include:
- £2,000 to the Grange Day Centre in Newcastle – the grant was used to provide outdoor activity sessions for older people; and
- £2,000 to the Sunbeams Music Trust in Cumbria. This charity uses music as therapy for people with disabilities.
Applications may be submitted at any time.
For more information on how to apply, go to: http://www.greggsfoundation.org.uk/
last updated on 14th March 2011