The Ironmongers’ Company aim to support projects that provide opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people to fulfil their potential.

Grants can only be awarded to a registered charity whose projects, meet the entirety of the following:

• Must be within the UK
• Help disadvantaged children and young people who are under the age of 25
• Include educational activities that lead to the developmental outcome of motivation, skills and learning. 

They are looking for projects that are evident in providing educational benefits towards a specific group of young people or children. Including a full explanation to be considered for equipment, explaining how you plan to support these activities. 

Grants given average around £4,000 and range from a few hundred pounds to £10,000 and must be spent within 12 months of being awarded.

The Company aims to make a noticeable difference and so prefers smaller organisations and projects when the Company can cover a significant portion of the cost.

To apply, organisations must complete the pdf application form and send via post, along with a description of the project of no more than three A4 pages. A list of what you should include can be found on their website.

Applications are not accepted by email.

Decisions are made twice a year at the end of March and October. The deadlines for receipt of applications are 15 December and 31 July respectively.