How much is on offer? Hilton funds the central administration costs of the foundation so that every net £1 and euro raised goes directly to help young people. Generally the foundation does not make awards of more than £50,000 a year.

What will it fund? The foundation funds projects that help deprived children and young people under 25 with the overall aim of enhancing access to formal and informal education and ensuring they receive appropriate health interventions. This includes young people with physical and learning disabilities, those who have suffered abuse and neglect or are homeless and at risk.

Who has it funded? Last year, the foundation donated more than £1.2m to numerous good causes, including the Make a Wish Foundation and Dogs for the Disabled. It gave £2,700 to the St Michael's Youth Project band in Wembley, which runs music workshops for young people.

Who can apply? The foundation gives grants to charities and organisations working with young people in education and health as well as providing disaster relief. It aims to support the most effective projects helping the most disadvantaged young people.

How to apply: The foundation has recently introduced deadlines and applicants must provide details of the project and how the funding would benefit it. They must also include a set of audited accounts, a full cost breakdown, a copy of their constitution and child protection policy if they have one. For an application form, go to www.hilton-foundation.org.uk/application.htm.