Funding for hospices and palliative care organisations

The Wolfson Foundation is an independent, grant-making charity, based in central London but funding across the UK. We have a wide range of funding programmes and activities. Our fundamental aim is to improve the civic health of society, mainly through education and research.

Our main grants programme provides support for places. These grants are for capital initiatives, i.e. buildings (new build or refurbishment) and equipment. We fund a broad range of organisations working across the fields of education, science & medicine, health & disability, heritage, humanities & the arts.

Funding for hospices and palliative care organisations: We support hospices and palliative care organisations which provide excellent care to patients and their families. Grants are awarded towards new buildings, refurbishment work and equipment.

Need to know Who can apply: Registered or exempt charity (or equivalent) Location of applicant and project: UK only Funding covers: New buildings, refurbishment work and equipment Minimum grant amount: £15,000 Usual grant range: £30,000 – £125,000 Match funding required: Yes, if project cost is >£50,000 Decision dates: June and December annually. Projects must not be completed before a funding decision is made Wolfson funding programme: Health & Disability

The organisation should meet all of the following criteria: -be a registered charity or a statutory authority -be registered with the relevant regulatory authority, where applicable, and have at least a good rating

The project should aim to produce one or more of the following outcomes: -Increased access to services for new and existing users -Improved quality and range of services -Improved financial stability of the organisation

Examples of ineligible projects and costs include: -Purchase of land or existing buildings (including a building’s freehold) -Grants direct to individuals -Grants through conduit organisations -Overheads, maintenance costs and VAT -Non-specific appeals (including circulars) and endowment funds -Costs of meetings, exhibitions, concerts, expeditions, conferences, lectures, etc. -Salary costs -Running costs, including vehicle fuel and maintenance -Film, websites or promotional materials -Repayment of loans -Projects that have already been completed or will be by the time of award -Support and therapy centres (e.g. cancer support centres, MS therapy centres) -Facilities or equipment in hospitals, particularly where it relates to clinical care -Carers’ organisations -Respite accommodation and services -Projects which focus on sports or arts -Equipment funds -Mobility scooters -Air ambulances or helipads