Whirlwind Charitable Trust

Funding is intended to provide life-enhancing experiences to disadvantaged young people and those with disabilities. This is principally through the challenge and stimulation of maritime and outdoor pursuits, including funding for sailing charities.

Funding is at the discretion of the Trustees. Last year, grants ranged from £1,000 to £10,000

Applications are generally only accepted from registered charities. Newly registered charities may apply, but the Trust prefers to support organisations with a track record of delivery.

Projects should fall within one of three areas:

• Improving the lives of disadvantaged children.
• Enhancing the lives of those living with a disability.
• Environmental projects.

Priority will be given to applications that demonstrate:

• Involvement in maritime or outdoor pursuits and a level of challenge appropriate to the circumstances of the individuals involved.
• Longer-term contact, mentoring and support for those individuals.
• The fullest utilisation of capital assets.
• Modest organisational overheads and employee salaries.
• A high percentage of volunteer help.
• Donations focused on delivery rather than general overheads.
• A competitive day/person cost for the activities envisaged.
• Access for people who could not normally participate.
• An aim to give “at risk” individuals a fresh, constructive focus so that they can fulfil their own potential and make a positive contribution to society.
• A positive educational element, particularly with regard to the environment..
• A high standard of service efficiency in their dealings with Whirlwind.

How To Apply