Candlefish grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 298182
Candlefish is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 298182. The register describes its activities as: “Christian charitable purposes.” In its latest reported year it reported income of £14.2k and spending of £3,787.
Verified 19 days ago95 open or forthcoming · Charity / VCSE · Education / training
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What Candlefish funds
Candlefish is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training, health / saving of lives, disability, prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid / famine relief and religious activities for the general public and other defined groups; the register records that it makes grants to individuals and makes grants to organisations.
How to apply to Candlefish
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Candlefish in its sources (last checked 16 Oct 2026). It may fund by invitation only, or through programmes that OpenGrant's sources do not cover. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about Candlefish
Is Candlefish open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 16 Oct 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Candlefish is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Does Candlefish give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that Candlefish makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How large is Candlefish?
In its latest reported year Candlefish reported income of £14.2k and spending of £3,787.
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