Smart grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1177728
Smart is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1177728. The register describes its activities as: “Our object is: "To relieve the needs of young people from Suffolk who have needs by reason of youth; in particular, but not exclusively, by the provision of grants to access or participate in art in its widest form, including music.".” In its latest reported year it reported income of £2,589 and spending of £17.6k.
Verified 19 days ago95 open or forthcoming · Charity / VCSE · Education / training
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What Smart funds
Smart is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training, disability and arts / culture / heritage / science for children / young people and people with disabilities; the register records that it makes grants to individuals and makes grants to organisations.
How to apply to Smart
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Smart in its sources (last checked 16 Oct 2026). Its website (suffolksmart.org) 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.
Questions about Smart
Is Smart open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 16 Oct 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Smart is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Does Smart give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that Smart makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How large is Smart?
In its latest reported year Smart reported income of £2,589 and spending of £17.6k.
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