The aim is for building society members to completely fund thefoundation through the company's Small Change, Big Difference scheme.Those involved donate the pence amount of their savings interest ormortgage interest.
How much is on offer: Up to 2,000 in a single donation.
What it will fund: The foundation gives one-off donations rather thancontinuing support to charitable causes in the UK. In particular, thefoundation focuses on supporting charities for vulnerable groups.
Who can apply: The foundation prioritises registered charities thatsupport vulnerable groups, including children. Money is also availableto help individuals by, for example, providing mobility equipment, ifthe request is made via a registered charity.
Who it has funded: Since it began the foundation has donated more than2m to more than 3,000 causes. Of these donations, 75 per centwere to causes nominated by society members. As well as donating tolarge charities, small, local projects have also been helped. Forexample, money was given for Pimhole Community Farm in Bury to buy agoat shed.
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