The grants can be awarded on a restricted or unrestricted basis and the Trust is willing support core costs, capital expenditures and salaries.

Priority will be given to charities that:

• Operate in some of the most disadvantaged parts of the UK
• Try to engage the most marginalised and vulnerable in their work
• Can clearly demonstrate the needs they are addressing
• Know what they are aiming to achieve and plan to monitor and evaluate outcomes
• Are well placed and well qualified to deliver the work
• Can show a proven track record as well as solid ambitions
• Have the potential to change the way issues are tackled more widely
• Take an effective approach to using volunteers and mentors (where appropriate)
• Are seeking to make their income streams more sustainable
• Have strong and quality leadership
• Manage their finances prudently