Frequently Asked Questions
We fund projects which are aligned to our strategic pillars as outlined on our website (https://www.ea-foundation.org.uk/). We now operate a proactive approach to our grant-making, where all applicants will be invited to make a submission. Kindly note that although applicants have been invited to apply, there is no guarantee of funding.
We no longer fund projects in the UK, except by invitation. We fund projects in low-income countries which demonstrate a strong alignment to our strategic pillars.
Currently we mainly fund through UK-registered charitable organisations, except by invitation. If you are based overseas or are a private company (other than an eligible charitable company as outlined below), please contact us to discuss your work and proposal before applying. Eligible charitable companies are as follows:
Yes, whilst we primarily fund through UK-based organisations, we welcome collaboration with multiple partners which can be based in the targeted geography. We are keen to support activities which are driven by partner organisations and communities.
No, we only provide grants to registered charities or eligible charitable companies as outlined above.
We have not specified any upper or lower limits to the budget, as we would like a realistic picture of the true costs of the work. However, based on our current giving trends to date, the grants approved have averaged between £20,000 - £50,000 for an average duration of 12-24 months. Please visit 360Giving for more information about the organisations and range of work we have funded to date: https://grantnav.threesixtygiving.org/org/GB-CHC-1194169. You can also find an overview of our previous grants on our website: https://www.ea-foundation.org.uk/
Yes, however as we now take a proactive approach to our grant-making, you will be invited to make a submission.
We would prefer to be the first and / or majority funder for the projects we support, however we understand that this might not always be possible. Therefore, we would want to understand in your application, how you are working to address any funding gaps and what mitigation strategies you have in place should all funds not be secured.
All submissions are by invitation only so we would advise that you do not resubmit a previously unsuccessful application unless you have been advised to do so.
We have largely provided project funding to date. As part of our partnership pathway, we take the approach of first nurturing long-term partnerships, starting with smaller project funding and graduating to more strategic partnerships with a mix of project and core funding. We fully appreciate the importance of core funding to organisational sustainability and to this end, we would encourage that potential applicants and existing partners discuss this directly with us.
We do not have an upper limit and would welcome all applicants to calculate their project budget on a full cost recovery basis, with a clear rationale for their calculations. By this we mean outlining all direct project costs in addition to the overhead as a % of costs related to other current projects within your organisation.
All applications should be made using our new online application form. Full details will be shared with invited applicants. An offline version of the application form will also be shared to help applicants prepare their proposals.
All applicants are required to submit the following documents:
References: All applicants are requested to kindly confirm the names and contact for 2 Referees from other funders who can validate your application and work.
Applications will be assessed by a team at the EA Foundation, with all final decisions made by our Board of Trustees. This process might include subsequent clarification questions. As applicants have been invited to submit a proposal, we are keen for this to be as engaged a process as possible, and whilst not too demanding on your time, one that enables us to understand the nuances of your project.
Applicants will be notified of final decisions by June 2025.
31st March Application portal opens
18th April Deadline for submission
20th April – 2nd May Shortlisting / Clarification questions
We anticipate that there will be another funding round launched in Autumn 2025. However, please note that this will be by invitation only and the priorities for this round are yet to be confirmed.
Yes, you would be expected to send progress reports. These are usually every six months or a year depending on the duration of your grant.
For any questions, please email grants@ea-foundation.org.uk
We look forward to receiving your application.