What are the terms of any award
1. About Burghfield Charities
Burghfield Charities provides financial help to people living in Burghfield who are in need from charitable funds, including:
- Ann Brightwell Charity (307978)
- Burghfield Relief in Need (235834)
When you apply, trustees will decide how best to support you.
2. Who can apply
You can apply if you live in Burghfield, or have a strong connection to the area (in exceptional circumstances), and are experiencing financial hardship, need or distress.
For some types of support (such as education or training), priority may be given to applicants under 25.
3. What we can help with
We may be able to provide:
- financial grants
- essential household items
- help with travel costs
- support for education, training or work
All support is discretionary and depends on:
- your circumstances
- available funds
- the purposes of the charities
4. How decisions are made
Applications are considered by trustees
Trustees will decide whether to award support, the type and amount of support and
Trustees’ decisions are final.
5. One-off support
Grants are normally one-off payments – there is no guarantee of ongoing or repeat support
6. Use of funds
If your application is successful:
- Funds must be used for the purpose agreed
- We may pay a supplier directly, or provide goods instead of cash
7. Public funding
Burghfield Charities does not replace government or statutory support but may provide help to supplement other support
8. Providing information
By applying, you confirm that the information you provide is true and accurate and you will tell us if your circumstances change
We may ask for:
- supporting information
quotes or estimates
9. Confidentiality
Your application will be treated confidentially and information will only be shared with trustees for decision-making
10. Data protection
We will:
- use your information only to assess your application
- store it securely
- not share it outside the charity unless required by law
You can contact us to:
- request a copy of your data
- correct any information
11. Conflicts of interest
If a trustee knows you personally or has a connection:
- they will declare this
- they will not take part in the decision
12. No right of appeal
- Decisions are made at the trustees’ discretion
- There is no formal appeals process
- You may however reapply if your circumstances change.
