Applying for Funding

Changing the Future for Young People

The Cherry Family Foundation

We give funding to charities with operations in London, the East and the South East of London who organise programmes that support young people.

Stage 2 Applications Closed

Thank you to everyone who applied this round. Applications will now be considered by the board of trustees.

The next round of Stage 1 Applications will be open on the 1st February 2027.

*Updated 07/09/2026 2000hrs 

Who

We fund UK registered charities that turnover below £2M annually.

What

Grants range from £1,000 to £50,000 and are limited to one annual grant per organisation. Funds must be spent within 18 months of receipt.

How

We only accept applications through our online portal during the application timeframe.

When

Applications Open Between
1st – 10th February 2027
1st – 10th August 2027

Funding Decisions Announced
All applicants will be notified and grants awarded within 10 weeks of the application close date.

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