Angela Gallagher Memorial Fund

The Angela Gallagher Memorial Fund, established in 1989 by Mary Northcote in memory of her governess Angela Gallagher, is an unincorporated trust dedicated to alleviating hardship and enhancing opportunities for disadvantaged or unwell children and young people in the UK. Rooted in values of compassion and measurable impact, it supports transformative projects that deliver real change, with a distinctive focus on local responsiveness in Devon and the West Country, guided by experienced trustees who prioritize paediatric care, youth wellbeing, and family support through direct services, specialised facilities, respite care, therapeutic environments, and capital improvements like hospital refurbishments.

It funds initiatives benefiting children with disabilities, serious or terminal illnesses, or deprived backgrounds, including healthcare enhancements, refuge spaces, creative therapies, and family aid, emphasizing evidence of direct beneficiary impact over general provision. Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities or CICs based in the UK, with annual income under £300,000, demonstrating financial need; while open to projects anywhere, strong preference goes to those serving South West England.

Grants typically range from £1,000 to £10,000, with occasional larger awards up to £50,000+ for major projects. Unsolicited applications are accepted year-round via an online eligibility test and detailed form requiring audited accounts, considered at trustee meetings three times annually (spring, summer, autumn); the next is 24 November 2025, with deadlines published on the website and decisions in 10-12 weeks. Exclusions include individuals, political activities, universities, fundraising intermediaries, large charities, and adult-only work, setting it apart through flexible, high-impact support for small organisations driving lasting change for vulnerable youth.