The Cumberland & Westmorland Freemasons’ Charity (213203), Provincial Community Grant Application Form  

GUIDANCE NOTES FOR APPLICANTS – PLEASE READ BEFORE FILLING IN FORM AT BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE.

About the Charity 

The Cumberland & Westmorland Freemasons’ Charity (213203) provides Provincial Community Grants for charitable purposes. These grants support: 

  • Masonic and non-Masonic charitable institutions 
  • Societies and Community Interest Companies (CICs) 
  • Managed voluntary groups 
  • Community projects and charitable objects within the Province 
  • Poor and distressed Brother Masons, their widows and children 
  • Small/micro groups 

The Province covers the boundaries of the former Counties of Cumberland & Westmorland. This document explains eligibility, funding categories and the application process. Please read carefully before completing the form. 

Eligibility 

Eligible Applicants 

Applications are welcome from: 

  • Registered charities operating within the Province 
  • Managed voluntary groups (with elected officers, minuted meetings and audited accounts) 
  • Community Interest Companies (CICs) 
  • Masonic and non-Masonic organisations 
  • Projects benefiting communities within Cumberland & Westmorland 
  • Small/micro groups 

Not Eligible 

The following are not eligible for Provincial Community Grants: 

  • Individuals not supported by a registered charity, CIC or managed voluntary/community group 
  • Organisations or projects outside the Cumberland & Westmorland Province 
  • Organisations not registered with the Charity Commission (unless managed voluntary groups as defined above) 
  • Organisations holding unrestricted funds in excess of reasonable requirements 
  • Nationally organised charities 
  • Projects primarily funded by statutory bodies 
  • Animal welfare 
  • Political objectives 
  • Medical research 

Note: Grants for individuals are administered through other Masonic charities. 

Areas of Funding Priority 

Provincial Community Grants are principally awarded to projects in the following areas: 

  • Community Projects 
  • Disability 
  • Managed Voluntary Groups 
  • Self-help Projects 
  • Vulnerable People 
  • Children & Youth Opportunities 
  • Small/micro groups 

Categories of Grant 

1. Provincial Community Grants 

Typically awarded to smaller/medium sized charities or managed voluntary groups.  Usually awarded for a specific, defined project. 

2. Other or Larger Provincial Community Grants 

Applicants may be eligible to apply for larger grants via the Freemason’s Charity (Masonic Charitable Foundation). The Provincial Charity may assist with advice and support. For guidance, contact the Provincial Grants Advisor (details below). 

Application Procedure 

  • Complete this Provincial Community Grant Application Form in full (unless you are a small/micro group which simply doesn’t have the information – just explain as much as you are able to – better to explain why you can’t or don’t have the detail rather than leaving it blank). 
  • If Applicable – Attach the latest Annual Report and Audited Accounts (mandatory for larger grants). 
  • Include any supporting documentation relevant to your application. 
  • If Applicable – Submit a copy of your safeguarding policy (as required). 

Organisations awarded grants must provide: 

A brief written report (max 50 words) at the outset and conclusion of the project Public acknowledgement of support from Cumberland & Westmorland Freemasons (e.g., website, social media, press, plaque, etc.) 

  • A brief written report (50 words) at the outset and conclusion of the project
  • Public acknowledgement of support from Cumberland & Westmorland Freemasons (e.g., website, social media, press, plaque, etc.) 
  • Public recognition is a condition of funding. 

Contact for Assistance 

W. Bro. Scott Norris, ProvGMentor, PProvGSwdB 
Grants Advisor & Secretary to the Trustees 
Provincial Representative for FC(MCF) Charity Grants and on RCG1 

Mobile: 07590417936 
Email: scott.norris@cumbriafreemasons.org 

PROVINCIAL COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATION FORM 

Please complete all sections. The information requested is the minimum required for consideration (unless you are a small/micro group). 

Grants Application Form

CUMBERLAND & WESTMORLAND FREEMASONS PROVINCIAL COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATION FORM
Please complete all sections. The information requested is the minimum required for consideration.

SECTION 1 – GRANT CATEGORY Category of Provincial Community Grant requested , Choose one :
Main funding area, Choose one :

SECTION 2 – ORGANISATION DETAILS

Address
Address
Postal Town / City
County
Post Code
Is your organisation a Registered Charity with the Charity Commission?
Is your work carried out only within Cumberland & Westmorland?

SECTION 3 – PRIMARY CONTACT DETAILS

Name
Name
First Name
Last Name

SECTION 4 – ORGANISATION OVERVIEW

Small/micro groups – please complete all you are able to and or explain why you don’t have or cannot provide such detail.
0 of 50 max words
0 of 50 max words
Have Cumberland & Westmorland Freemasons previously provided a grant or donation?

SECTION 5 – PROJECT DETAILS

Is another body part-funding this project?

Project Narrative Questions

Small/micro groups – please complete all that you are able to.
0 of 50 max words
0 of 50 max words
0 of 50 max words
0 of 50 max words
0 of 50 max words
0 of 50 max words
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SECTION 6 – FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Small/micro groups – please complete all that you are able to.

Your bank details:

Expenditure Breakdown by expenditure category

Reserves

SECTION 7 – SAFEGUARDING

Maximum file size: 516MB

SECTION 8 – DECLARATION OF INTEREST

SECTION 9 – DECLARATION

I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information provided in this application is accurate, complete and true to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. If a Provincial Community Grant is awarded, the funds will be used exclusively for the purposes described in this application.
Tick this box to digitally sign the form