1.   Eric Wright Charitable Trust Small Grants Pot 2018 Launches 1 April 2018 

2. The Trust was formed by Mr
The Trust was formed by Mr. Wright in 1990, based on the belief that the role of business in society is not to create wealth for the few but instead is fundamental to the building of a strong community. 
It is aimed at helping small, mainly volunteer led, voluntary & community groups, small charities (with an income of less than £30,000 per year) and other types of not for profit organisation with grants of up to £500 for projects that support the following priorities:
The elderly
Health
Education and training
Carers
Youth
But if you have a good idea, don’t be restrained by these…..

3. Groups Must:
Be a voluntary organisation, community group or small charity (with an income of less than £30,000 per year)
Be based in the Borough of West Lancashire
Have a constitution or a set of rules
Have been in existence for at least 12 months
Be led mainly by volunteers.
To apply, complete a short application form and return to West Lancs CVS.
Panel will meet every 12 weeks.
If you are unsure about the project/activity you want funding for please just contact us at WLCVS for a chat on or us at