Description

Getting funding is one of the most challenging parts of running a charity in the UK. Many founders and trustees are committed to serving their communities but feel uncertain about where to look for funding, how to apply, or how to build financial stability over time.

How to Get Funding for Your Charity in the UK is a clear, practical guide for charity founders, trustees, and volunteer leaders who want to approach funding with greater confidence and realism.

This bite-size guide explains how charity funding works in practice, the main types of funding available, and how to make informed decisions about which opportunities are worth pursuing. It focuses on clarity, preparation, and judgement rather than quick wins.

Inside, you will learn how to:

• Understand the different types of charity funding, including grants, public fundraising, corporate support, and earned income
• Get your charity funding ready by strengthening evidence, plans, governance, and capacity
• Build a clear case for support that can be adapted across applications and funding routes
• Find and assess grant opportunities without wasting time on poor fit applications
• Write strong, credible grant applications that funders can understand and trust
• Approach public fundraising and business partnerships realistically and responsibly
• Think beyond one off funding towards a more sustainable funding approach

The guide includes practical explanations, clear frameworks, and a funding checklist you can return to as your charity develops. It is written for people without a fundraising background and recognises the real pressures faced by small and growing charities.

This book does not promise guaranteed funding. Instead, it offers a grounded and structured way to understand the system, prepare well, and focus effort where it matters most.

Part of the Guide to Public Roles series, this book is for anyone committed to serving the public good through charity work and who wants to secure funding responsibly and with confidence.