Eligibility
The trustees are happy to consider the applications for a wide range of requirements for items or services to help make the lives of the applicants more comfortable and fulfilled.
We can receive applications direct from the applicant/recipient but we also receive referrals for grants from a number of sources, including health professionals, nursery staff, teachers and a wide range of community support groups.
The main conditions for being eligible for a grant are:
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The recipient of the grant must live in the Parish of Great Marlow: Click here to see a map of the Parish.
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The recipient of the grant is an individual or a family; we are unable to provide grants for clubs, societies or businesses.
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The recipient is unable to pay for the item/service themselves due to financial constraints.
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The grants must be for an item/service and is paid direct to the item/service provider - it cannot be taken as a cash grant.
If you're looking to submit an application for a grant, the application process is as follows.
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Submit the contact form in the section below
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If eligible, a trustee will send you a link to an online application form
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Once the form is complete, a trustee is assigned to assess the application - this usually involves a home visit to discuss the details of the application.
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Trustee makes a recommendation to the board of trustees regarding the application, outlining what is required and whether the applicant is eligible for a grant.
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The board of trustees make a majority decision to award a grant.
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The Fund pays supplier directly for the goods or services provided.
All information provided is dealt with in the strictest confidence, in accordance with the Data Protection Act. All information provided as part of the application process is held under GDPR.
If you are not sure if you are eligible for a grant or have any questions at all, please fill out the below contact form and a trustee will be in touch.