Emily Bolitho Fund
The Emily Bolitho FundA sum of money made available for grant making, often with specific criteria/conditions. supports Penzance residents facing hardship due to poor health or low income.
Grants, applied for by organisations, help with essential needs like accessibility updates, furniture, childcare, or kitchen equipment. To simplify the process, applicants are encouraged to submit collective applications for multiple individuals requiring support, especially young people, within a single form.
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Grant requirements
To apply for a grant your organisation must meet the general Eligibility Criteria. In addition to this, you must also meet the specific criteria of the grant listed below:
Who can apply:
Organisations supporting applicants vulnerable to economic hardship.
Organisations based in Penzance.
What it will support:
Essential needs like accessibility improvements, furniture, kitchen equipment or child-orientated costs.
IT and technology costs.
Retrospective costs.
Organisations outside of Penzance.
The Emily Bolitho Fund was set up in 2013 by a trust transfer from the Emily Bolitho Nurses’ Home. The fundholder is the Bolitho family, they are from Penzance.
Ready to apply?
If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to submit an application, apply at the bottom of this page.
Apply nowNot sure where to start?
If this is your first time applying to us start by reading the Application Process & Guidance. Here you can find useful information and resources to guide you through the application process.
If you’d like to speak to our Outreach Officer you can find contact details at the bottom of this page.
Key dates & decisions
Deposit dates can be vary, however grants are typically paid within 10 days of the panel decision.
Grants FAQ
You might have some questions about the application process, check our grants FAQ for answers to common questions.
Projects previously supported by this fund
Supporting families in need with a grant from the Emily Bolitho Fund
A grant from the Emily Bolitho Fund has provided a lifeline for individuals and families in West Cornwall who are […]
PZN Youth secures new home thanks to Emily Bolitho Trust Fund
PZN Youth secures permanent welcoming space in the heart of Penzance for young people aged 11–17 thanks to multiple funding streams […]
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Before starting an application, check your organisation is eligible, and that have your supporting documents ready.
Accessible application submissions:
If you have additional needs and would like support completing your application, please contact us on 01566 779333 or email us at grants@cornwallfoundation.com
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Get support applying today
If you have any questions you can contact the Grants Officer managing this grant, details below.
Francis Baring
Grants Officer
07517 109490