Leek Building Society Charitable Foundation was founded in 2021 to support local schemes and good causes across Staffordshire, Cheshire, Derbyshire and Shropshire. The Foundation’s primary purpose is to provide grants and donations that will have a positive impact on the lives of disadvantaged or vulnerable people in our communities.
Please read the below criteria carefully and check that none of the exclusions apply to your charity/organisation.
The Foundation will consider your application if:
The Foundation welcome applications from organisations who are working towards:
Applications will not be considered if received from the following:
Please read our application criteria before applying for a grant.
All applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis by the Trustees and they will notify you of their decision in writing.
Click the link below to download our application form. Once completed, please forward it to:
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Email: applications@charitablefoundation.leekbs.co.uk
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Post: Leek Building Society Charitable Foundation, 50 St. Edward Street, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 5DL
Download Your Application Form Here
The Charitable Foundation is run by seven trustees, three of which are colleagues at Leek Building Society and four who are external. Read their full profiles by clicking here.
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MHA Communities North Staffordshire
At Leek Building Society Charitable Foundation, we are proud to support organisations that make a meaningful difference within our local communities. Recently, we were delighted to present a cheque for £2,000 to MHA Communities North Staffordshire, an organisation dedicated to reducing loneliness and isolation among older people.
MHA Communities delivers a wide range of activities across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire, all centred around bringing people together and building meaningful connections. Their work is vital in supporting individuals who may otherwise feel isolated, helping them stay engaged, active, and connected within their community.
This funding will have a significant and immediate impact. The donation will help to provide meals for three of MHA Communities’ lunch clubs, where people from all walks of life come together to enjoy a warm, two-course meal in a welcoming and friendly environment. These gatherings are about much more than food, they offer an opportunity to share stories, build friendships, and create a true sense of belonging.
For many people attending, these lunch clubs are a highlight of the week, offering companionship and support that can make a real difference to their wellbeing. By helping to fund these sessions, we are proud to play a part in enabling these valuable moments of connection.
We are inspired by the work of MHA Communities North Staffordshire and the positive impact they continue to have across the counties.
Your application will be considered if your charity or organisation meets our application criteria as set out in our who can apply section. Please ensure you read these carefully before you apply.
Applicants can apply for a maximum grant of £5,000.
The trustees usually meet quarterly, in January, April, July and October, so applications can take up to three months to be assessed. Following the meeting, we will write to you and let you know whether or not your application has been successful.
The Foundation will not usually award grants to an applicant that has:
No, you don't have to be a member to apply. Any charity or organisation that meets our application criteria can apply.
The Charitable Foundation was established by Leek Building Society, but makes its decisions independently.
