John Coates Charitable Trust
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Local charities in North Devon can apply for funding from the John Coates Charitable Trust.

The Trust provides support for:

**Education:** improving the key skills of children and young adults; outdoor education; support for disabled people.

**Arts:** encouraging children to access the arts; support for theatres and festivals.

**Medicine and healthcare:** research; raising awareness and providing information; supporting service-users.

**Heritage and the environment:** history preservation; protection and/or enhancement of green spaces and coastal areas, rivers and lakes; protection of endangered species, both flora and fauna.

**Societal and community cohesion:** family services; prisoners’ wellbeing; support for disabled people in community settings; support for those from disadvantaged backgrounds; support for women facing difficult circumstances

North Devon charities that are financially sustainable, have a track record of positive impact and a long-term vision can apply for grants between £5,000 and £10,000.

The Trust is unlikely to support charities that are less than five years old or with an income of less than £150,000. Refer to the Guidelines for Applicants on the website for a full list of exclusions.