Advancing Life Chances Small Grants Programme

Through its grants programme, Bentley Motors supports charitable organisations that help communities in 19 locations across the UK, including Bristol. The fund aims to advance life chances with a priority to support organisations working with vulnerable people, disadvantaged and under-represented communities. The programme focuses on four key areas: Access (removing barriers and improving access to services, education and employability), Empowerment (development of life skills that enable people to be more self-confident, successful and thrive in life), Quality of Life (providing support to live a healthier life both physically and mentally), and Better Future (safeguarding the environment, improving nature-deprived areas, driving improvement to place and boosting community spirit). Bentley works in partnership with the Charities Aid Foundation to deliver their financial giving programme. There are four funding rounds per year and grants must be spent within 12 months of award.