The Chownes Foundation grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 327451
The Chownes Foundation is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 327451. The register describes its activities as: “Advancement of religion, the advancement of education among the young, the amelioration of social problems,the relief of poverty amongst the elderly and former employees of Sound Diffusion.” In its latest reported year it reported income of £690 and spending of £15.5k.
Verified 19 days ago95 open or forthcoming · Charity / VCSE · Education / training
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What The Chownes Foundation funds
The Chownes Foundation is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training, health / saving of lives, disability, prevention or relief of poverty and religious activities for children / young people, older people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals and makes grants to organisations.
How to apply to The Chownes Foundation
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Chownes Foundation 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 The Chownes Foundation
Is The Chownes Foundation open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 16 Oct 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Chownes Foundation is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Does The Chownes Foundation give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that The Chownes Foundation makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How large is The Chownes Foundation?
In its latest reported year The Chownes Foundation reported income of £690 and spending of £15.5k.
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