The trade retailers Screwfix established the Screwfix Foundation in 2013 to support local projects that improve, repair and maintain homes and community facilities used by those in need in the UK.

Local registered charities and not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants in the region of £5,000 for projects which improve a physical building (or land attached to it) that is used by people in need.

The funding is to be used for the following types of projects:

Improved energy efficient lighting and heating.
Installation of new kitchen, bathroom etc.
Installation of a sensory room.
General painting and decorating.
Improving safety and security of a building.

Registered charities, Community Benefit Societies, Cooperative Societies and Community Interest Companies can apply as long as they have suitable governance to manage the fund and are supporting people in need whether by reason of financial hardship, sickness, disability or other disadvantage or distress.

The Foundation does not support projects which will used by general members of the public, such as sports clubs and associations, uniformed groups such as scout and girl guide groups or organisations that support wildlife or animals as their main beneficiary.

Applications are considered quarterly.

The deadline for applications is 10 November 2026 for a decision by the end of December. For more information please visit Screwfix Foundation | Screwfix

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