About
The Harpur Trust is a charitable foundation based in Bedford, England, with over 450 years of history. Its vision is a community where everyone can thrive, and it works to inspire and support the people of Bedford to help them improve their lives. The Trust provides grants to local community projects (awarding over £11 million over the past 10 years), supports and provides education through its family of schools, offers affordable accommodation for older residents through almshouses, and provides bursaries for individuals. It is a founding member and host of the Bedford Giving movement.
Funding Opportunities
Grants for Charities and Community Groups
The Harpur Trust provides grants to local charities and community groups in Bedford Borough that run projects to improve lives. The Trust awards more than £1 million a year in grants, having awarded over £11 million in the last 10 years. Projects must align with one or more charitable objects: education, relief of poverty/sickness/distress, or recreation with a social welfare purpose. The Trust considers requests for staffing, running, and capital costs for projects and core services. Multi-year or repeat funding is available based on clear evidence of need and impact. Organizations must be registered charities, Community Interest Companies (CIC) Ltd by Guarantee, or other non-profit organizations with appropriate governing documents and at least three unrelated committee members/trustees/directors.
Harpur Trust University Bursary Programme
The Harpur Trust University Bursary Programme helps students from lower income families in Bedford Borough attend university and make the most of their academic potential. The programme provides financial support for students aged 19 or under who are looking to study full-time undergraduate or foundation degree courses. Eligible applicants must be from low income households or have additional financial difficulties, have been resident in Bedford Borough for at least 2 years, and be UK citizens, EU citizens with settled status, or have been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK. Applications are accepted from students attending participating schools and colleges identified by the Trust, including Bedford Academy, Bedford College, Bedford Sixth Form, Biddenham International Sports College, Mark Rutherford School, Sharnbrook Academy, St Thomas More Catholic Secondary School, Wixams Academy, and Kimberley College. The bursary is designed to support students in making university education more accessible despite financial barriers.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 2
- Active Now
- 2
- Source Domain
- harpurtrust.org.uk
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