- Estate Office (01429) 870247
- Stichell House (01429) 872083
The Greatham Foundation has a long and proud philanthropic history of working with vulnerable individuals across the North East of England. As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting community wellbeing, the charity runs an annual Small Grants Programme that provides funding to local, community-based organisations.
The programme aims to empower communities by enabling them to build on their strengths and assets, with a particular focus on supporting core costs and activity funding. This year, The Greatham Foundation’s Grants Committee has allocated £93,000 to 74 voluntary and community sector organisations operating across its geographical area of focus—from Stockton to Northumberland.
Some of the recipients this year include:
Additionally, The Greatham Foundation supported Love Amelia, a North East-based children’s baby bank charity providing practical support to families who are experiencing poverty and hardship. They strongly believe that every child deserves the best start in life. By collecting donations of equipment, clothing, toys, and other essential items, and redistributing them to families in need, Love Amelia contribute to a circular economy while supporting those who would otherwise go without.
Steph Capewell, Chief Executive of Love Amelia said “our mission is to ensure that every child has access to the essentials they need to be safe, happy, and have the opportunity to thrive. We work closely with referral partners to identify families in need, offering tailored support to help alleviate the impacts of poverty and material deprivation. Through our Blossom initiative, families also receive direct, priority access to skilled advisors who can help address the root causes of their hardship”.
As part of its commitment to the Stockton-on-Tees area, The Greatham Foundation also allocates a specific element of its grants programme to support local organisations. Among this year’s recipients is Tees River Rescue.
“The team were thrilled to hear the news recently that they had been awarded £1,500 towards the organisation's running costs" said Sarah Marrison, Trustee of the charity. "We are extremely grateful to The Greatham Foundation for their support. As a small charity trying to make a difference in our local community, this funding has made a big difference - it will help ensure that we can continue the charity's activities over the coming year and ensure that we can focus on the preservation and protection of the lives of all those who use the River Tees”.
Margaret Bousfield, Chair of the Grants Committee, commented:
“The Greatham Foundation remains committed to supporting the voluntary and community sector across the North East. We are proud to continue funding a diverse range of organisations that deliver meaningful social impact within our communities.”
The next round of the Small Grants Programme will open on 1 December 2025 and close at the end of January 2026, with funds distributed in April 2026. More information is available at www.thegreathamfoundation.org.uk/grants-programme
About The Greatham Foundation
Established in 1273 by Bishop Robert de Stichell, The Greatham Foundation (formerly known as the Hospital of God) employs over 100 staff and delivers a broad range of services aimed at supporting older people, particularly those living with dementia. Its portfolio includes:
Photograph shows Love Amelia