The Upper Hand grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1137833
The Upper Hand is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1137833. The register describes its activities as: “Our primary aim is: Deliver aid to areas, where aid is currently not reaching. Orphans, widows & homeless are at the forefront regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or gender.We work with other registered charities/NGOs to provide maximum benefit. By collective efforts we can create changes.We also offer local…” In its latest reported year it reported income of £0 and spending of £0.
Verified 19 days ago95 open or forthcoming · Charity / VCSE · Education / training
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What The Upper Hand funds
The Upper Hand is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training, health / saving of lives, prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid / famine relief, accommodation / housing and religious activities for children / young people, older people and other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations, provides services and provides advocacy / advice / information.
How to apply to The Upper Hand
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Upper Hand 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 Upper Hand
Is The Upper Hand open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 16 Oct 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Upper Hand is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Does The Upper Hand give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that The Upper Hand makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How large is The Upper Hand?
In its latest reported year The Upper Hand reported income of £0 and spending of £0.
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