# Merciful Giving

- Type: Trust / foundation
- Charity number: 1210851 (https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/1210851)
- Website: https://www.mercifulgiving.co.uk
- What it funds: General charitable purposes, Disability, Prevention or relief of poverty, Overseas aid / famine relief
- Who it helps: Other charities or voluntary bodies, The general public
- How it gives: Makes grants to individuals, Makes grants to organisations
- Last verified: 2026-10-16T00:00:00.000Z
- Canonical URL: https://opengrant.co.uk/funders/merciful-giving

Our aim is to demonstrate compassion and kindness to individuals facing hardships, both in times of crisis and beyond. We are committed to providing essential relief to those in need, whether locally, nationally, or globally, while fostering hope and smiles among those struggling around the world. Through our efforts, we aim to uplift lives, build supportive communities, and inspire resilience

## Open and forthcoming schemes (0)

None in OpenGrant's sources right now.

## What it funds

Merciful Giving is registered under the Charity Commission purposes disability, prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid / famine relief for other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals and makes grants to organisations.

## How to apply

OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Merciful Giving in its sources (last checked 16 Oct 2026). Its website (mercifulgiving.co.uk) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.

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