The Santander Foundation brings together the charitable donations formerly made in the UK by Abbey, Alliance & Leicester and Bradford & Bingley savings business. They have been able to considerably increase their funding pot in 2010.

What is the funding for?
The Foundation will make grants to support education, training and improving disadvanged people's financial capability and the funds can be used to buy tangible items such as equipment or training materials as well as to fund project costs such as sessional worker fees, salaries, room hire or other costs incurred in the delivery of the charitable priorities.

How much money is available?

There are two levels of grants available. Grants of £10,000 are available in areas where there is a Santander or Alliance & Leicester branch. (In nine areas where Santander has a significant presence they have established Community Partnership Groups.(In Scotland the only area covered is Greater Glasgow) where projects can be funded up to £30,000)

Who can apply?
Any registered Charity

When to apply
At any time.

How to apply
Go to the website to for specific instructions on what they want and do not want with your application and to download an application form.

Contact details

The best way to contact them if you still have a question, is by e-mail to communitypartnership@santander.co.uk.

Key words:Training, community, disadvantaged people