Bernard Sunley Foundation

There is a full eligibility checker tool available here: https://bernardsunley.org/how-to-apply/eligibility-check/

• The eligibility check has 12 questions. If successful, you will be able to access our application form.
• You can save the form and return to it at any time.
• You must provide a copy of your organisation’s most recent accounts.
• You must provide a project budget or quotes from your chosen contractor.
• Fundraising should be underway with a fundraising plan in place.
• You do not need to have raised a minimum amount before applying.
• You will receive an email to confirm we have received the application.

What They Don’t Fund:

• Charities registered outside England or Wales.
• Community amateur sports clubs, community interest companies or unregistered community groups/clubs.
• Town or parish councils.
• Churches or other religious bodies with no or limited secular activity.
• NHS hospitals or charities fundraising on their behalf.
• Mainstream schools, colleges or universities.
• Individuals.
• Core costs including salaries, running and repair costs, websites, rent, utility bills.
• Fees including those for building surveys, planning applications or feasibility studies.
• Solar panels or air source heat pumps.
• Second hand vehicles.
• Fittings such as electrical appliances and furniture.
• IT infrastructure or AV systems.