Apply for funding

WightAID offers grants ranging from £500 to £10,000 to support local charities and community groups. These grants aim to make a meaningful impact on projects that meet our criteria. If you’re a charity looking for support, follow the steps below to apply.

Who are we?

Many island businesses make generous donations to local charities each year but with many companies also receiving requests for funding, the whole process can be very time consuming – so we set up WightAID.

The foundation makes it easier for companies to support a whole range of local charities and community groups by making one donation and the foundation will distribute the funds efficiently and effectively to those that need our support.

Grant Calendar 2024

Our grant rounds take place during the following months, but please note that these are subject to change based on the volume of applications we receive. Submit your application as early as possible, and no later than the beginning of each month.

Grant Rounds:
January
March
April
June
July
September
October
November

All applications will be acknowledged via email. Declined applications will also be notified by email

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Before applying, ensure your charity meets our application criteria and that the grant will make a significant impact on your project or community work.

Application Criteria

Step 2: Work Out What You Need

Each grant is different. Please ensure you’re applying for the appropriate grant.

Step 3: Submit Your Application

Submit your application online. Please ensure you include all the required information for your grant to be successful.

Step 4: Await Acknowledgement

You’ll receive an acknowledgment of your application within one week. If not, contact us to ensure your application was received.

Important Documents

Before submitting your application, make sure to review the following documents to ensure you meet all the criteria and understand the process:

Terms & Conditions

Please ensure you sign and follow our terms & conditions.

Following a successful grant application, you will be asked to complete an evaluation form to find how it has benefitted you. You can find this below.

Need help completing your application? Contact us

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