Five Small Non-profits Share £15,000 in Grants for Good

By: Jen Murden

| November 21st, 2024

| Amplify Funding Programmes, Grants for Good, John Good Group

Discover the latest winners of the Grants for Good programme, awarding £15,000 in small charity grants to grassroots organisations making a difference

The John Good Group‘s Grants for Good programme has once again provided vital support to small charities and non-profits, awarding £15,000 to five finalists. In this latest round, Talking About Loss received the top grant of £5,000, selected through the John Good Group employee vote.

This initiative, which distributes £60,000 annually, is designed to support small charities and community projects that are making a significant difference. With hundreds of applications for this round, the competition demonstrated the outstanding work being done by grassroots organisations across the UK.

Each quarter, the Matthew Good Foundation’s panel carefully reviews applications to identify initiatives that display exceptional leadership, innovation, and community impact. These small charity grants help organisations achieve their goals and expand their reach.

Here are the latest recipients of Grants for Good:

Talking About Loss – £5,000
Wirral Barn Owl Trust – £3,500
Heirs – £2,500
Endo Buddies – £2,000
WeSwim – £2,000

Since the programme began in 2021, Grants for Good has distributed £175,000 in small charity grants, empowering organisations to drive positive change in their communities.

We are proud to champion the work of grassroots charities and look forward to seeing the incredible outcomes these grants will support. If you’re part of a small charity, non-profit or community group seeking funding, visit our Grants for Good page to learn more and apply today.

Colourful illustration of a dandelion seed head, with seeds gently blowing away in the breeze whilst a rainbow forms in the landscape behind

October 2024

Talking About Loss

Talking About Loss is a Yorkshire-based charity founded by Jacqui Gunn in 2019 after the loss of her father. The charity offers grief support in Yorkshire through community meetings and specialised therapy groups, including those for men’s mental health. The charity helps people share experiences, easing the isolation of grief. Funds from Grants for Good will support the expansion of the charity’s men's mental health initiative.

A Barn Owl in flight against a cloudy sky

October 2024

Wirral Barn Owl Trust

The Wirral Barn Owl Trust, founded in 1999, works to protect the declining barn owl population on the Wirral peninsula. After rising to 42 pairs by 2012, numbers have fallen again to 13 pairs, threatened by habitat loss and severe weather. Relying solely on donations, the Trust’s conservation efforts include installing nest boxes, monitoring owl activity, collaborating with farmers, and educating the public to secure a sustainable future for these iconic birds.

October 2024

Heirs

Entering the care system can be a daunting experience for children, often marked by confusion and loss. In Wales there are more than 7,000 children in care, many of whom arrived with their belongings in bin liners, fostering feelings of worthlessness. Heirs is an organisation addressing this crisis through its "love in a bag" programme, providing essential supplies and emotional support to children in care, instilling dignity and hope during a vulnerable period of their lives.

October 2024

Endo Buddies

Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth, yet it remains widely misunderstood, often resulting in years of misdiagnosis and inadequate care. This chronic condition causes debilitating pain and fatigue, significantly impacting various life aspects, from work to relationships. Founded in Hull by Katy, who experienced over 20 years without a diagnosis, Endo Buddies aims to ensure no one feels isolated in their struggle, offering vital support and advocacy for those living with endometriosis.

October 2024

WeSwim

WeSwim is a London-based organisation providing accessible swimming opportunities for disabled individuals. Addressing barriers such as transport, costs, and limited inclusive facilities, WeSwim creates a supportive environment for participants to improve their physical and mental well-being. Founded in 2021, they now operate across five London locations, supported by a large, dedicated team of volunteers.