Areas of focus are: Children and Young People; Community cohesion; Prevention of homelessness; The Arts.

Applicants must be a registered charity, exempt charity, or community interest company benefitting communities in the Greater Bristol area.

Community Interest Companies must have been established for at least three years, with an annual income of more than £50,000 which should include at least 25% from trading.

They do not support: Medical research; Single condition medical charities; Grants for Individuals; Animal welfare charities; Sponsorship.

Application deadlines are: December, March, June, September each year

They have a two-stage process. Please review their guidance and if you plan to apply, send a brief enquiry by email in the first instance, to the Trust Director (alison.hope@nisbettrust.co.uk).

This should briefly outline your request and the amount you wish to apply for. At this stage a few sentences are ideal. They will ask for additional information if they need it.

There are two levels of grant:

• Small – up to £10,000 and Medium – £10,001 to £30,000
• Single and multi-year grants for up to three years can be requested.

Applications for a larger amount may be considered for a significant capital project.

Apply using the online application form: –https://www.nisbettrust.co.uk/applying-for-a-grant/