The Yorkshire Charity Funding Directory (2026)

Finding the right funder is half the battle. We have curated the most reliable grant providers for Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford, and North Yorkshire.

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Warning: Funding criteria change often. Don't waste your "one shot" with a generic application. If you need help matching your specific project to a funder, Book a Discovery Call with our team first.

Major Regional Funders

These are the primary funding hubs for the region. They manage multiple pots of money (corporate, private, and public) under one roof.

• The National Lottery Community Fund (Awards for All)

  • Best for: Projects involving the community in the design.

  • Insider Tip: They don't fund "nice to haves." You must prove that the people you help have actually asked for this project ("People in the Lead").

  • https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/national-lottery-awards-for-all-england

• Leeds Community Foundation (Leeds, Bradford & Wakefield)

  • Best for: Health inequalities, poverty, and grassroots groups.

  • Insider Tip: They are strict on governance. Ensure your management committee has at least 3 unrelated members before applying.

  • https://www.leedscommunityfoundation.org.uk/open-grants/

• The Brelms Trust

  • Best for: Projects tackling disadvantage and poverty in Yorkshire.

  • Insider Tip: They value clarity. They prefer simple, direct applications that explain the impact on people's lives rather than complex jargon.

  • https://www.brelmstrust.org.uk/

• Sir George Martin Trust

  • Best for: West Yorkshire charities supporting young people or the elderly.

  • Insider Tip: A traditional trust that values long-term stability. A great option for capital costs or core funding if you have a strong track record.

  • https://www.sirgeorgemartintrust.org.uk/

• Two Ridings Community Foundation

  • Region: North & East Yorkshire

  • https://tworidingscf.org.uk/apply-for-funding/

• South Yorkshire's Community Foundation

  • Region: Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster

  • https://www.sycf.org.uk/apply/search-our-grants/

These are the primary funding hubs for the region. They manage multiple funds (private, corporate, and public) under one roof.

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The "Big Hitters" (National Trusts)

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​Large foundations that fund heavily in Yorkshire.
 

• Garfield Weston Foundation

  • Best for: Core costs (running costs) and capital projects.

  • Why apply: Unlike many funders, they are happy to pay for your electricity, rent, and staff time—not just new projects.

  • https://garfieldweston.org/