Our grants
York Children's Trust awards grants to both individuals and organisations living within a 20 mile radius of York.
The Trust's board is made up of 16 volunteer trustees from a variety of professional backgrounds who meet quarterly to consider applications and is supported by a part-time administrator.
Trustees meet in January, April, July and October to consider applications. Urgent applications may be considered between meetings.
The Trust works with statutory bodies and charities in the York area, including City of York Council, York Carers Centre, York District Hospital and Citizens Advice York.
Educational grants
To assist with the cost of school uniforms, equipment or school trips, supporting young people from families in financial need.
Social grants
That benefit the child in the family with their quality of life in the home where there is a need for financial support for essential items such as furniture, carpets or white goods.
Health and disability grants
To assist in providing specialist equipment for children with a disability or additional health needs, or help with the cost of transport to hospital, and other associated costs, for children and young people needing medical treatment outside the York area.
Talent grants
To assist young people who have an exceptional talent in, for example, sport, music or dance, which demands additional costs such as for equipment or fees to enable their talent to be fostered.
Youth group grants
To support young people's projects or groups such as Scouts, Guides, playgroups, youth groups or sports clubs. Examples of funding include camping items, furniture, equipment or trips.
Organisational grants
For those based in the York area who work to benefit and enrich the lives of children and young people aligning with the aims of York Children's Trust.
