Skipton Building Society
Charitable Foundation

The Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation was established in February 2000 by Skipton Building Society.

The Foundation is exclusive to registered charities and support is given by way of direct donations. The Society makes an annual payment to the Foundation to fund these grants.

Independent of the Society and its policies, the Foundation's decisions are determined by a Board of Trustees, the majority of which are independent of the Society.

What we support

We will consider donations:

• To registered charities based in the UK, particularly in areas near the Society's Principal Office or one of its branches
• Where there is clear and immediate benefit to the recipients in the UK
• Where charities' objectives are to benefit children, through education and/or welfare, or the elderly and their care
• Where the charity can provide its last two years' annual accounts
• Between £500 and £10,000

Click here for examples of recent donations made by the Charitable Foundation

What we don't support

We will not consider donations:

• To non-registered charities or individuals
• To activities which are primarily the responsibility of central or local government or other responsible bodies
• Towards running costs including rent or staff wages
• Towards restoration or upkeep of buildings
• Towards expeditions or overseas travel
• Towards fundraising events, sponsorship or marketing appeals
• Towards the cost or maintenance of vehicles
• To large national charities
• From charities which have applied to the Foundation within the previous 12 months

How to apply

Click below for a copy of our application form. This contains full details of how to apply and more information on the Foundation's donations policy.

Your application must include your latest two years' financial accounts and should be sent to:

Secretary to the Charitable Foundation
Skipton Building Society
The Bailey
Skipton
North Yorkshire
BD23 1DN