Guttridge Family Foundation

The Guttridge Family Foundation, a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) registered in November 2017, was established by the late Mrs Guttridge to generate charitable income from her Lincolnshire land and property rentals, sustaining a legacy of local philanthropy and community stewardship. Governed by a small family board of trustees, its core mission advances charitable purposes with a predominant focus on disability-related causes, alongside support for other UK charities and voluntary bodies. Rooted in values of responsible endowment management, safeguarding, and trustee discretion, it emphasises reliable, modest funding without strategic shifts or direct service delivery, distinguishing itself through its landed heritage and flexible, organisation-centric grant-making.

It prioritises grants to charities aiding people with disabilities across spectrums and vulnerable groups, extending to broader voluntary sector needs at trustees' judgement. Funding supports general charitable activities, potentially including projects and core costs, with a pattern of aiding established organisations rather than individuals; no specific programmes or impact reports are published, but annual grants total £20,000–£40,000 across multiple recipients.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and voluntary bodies operating in England and Wales, with no income/size thresholds or religious restrictions—though a Lincolnshire connection may align well—strictly excluding individuals and unsolicited applications. Grants typically range £1,000–£10,000, awarded adhoc by trustees without deadlines, open calls, or formal processes; organisations should monitor Charity Commission records for fit rather than applying directly. This closed, discretion-driven model sets it apart from open funders, favouring disability-aligned voluntary groups.