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The Gannett Foundation

Name of funder The Gannett Foundation
Type of funder Corporate
Geographical Scope UK-wide
Needs Funded
People funded
Deadline Date No deadline given
Services funded
Resources funded
Funding Description The Gannett Foundation is the charitable arm of Gannett Co Inc., owner of the Newsquest Media Group, one of the UK's largest publishers.

The Foundation provides funding to support local organisations in the area where Newsquest operates in the UK. The Quartet Community Foundation, on behalf of the Gannett Foundation and Newsquest, manages the Fund.

What does the Gannett Foundation support? The Gannett Foundation supports projects which take a creative approach to fundamental issues such as education and neighbourhood improvements, economic development, youth development, community problem solving, assistance to disadvantaged people, environmental conservation and cultural enrichment.

Is there anything that is definitely excluded from getting a grant? Grants will not be given to:

Individuals
Organisations which are not registered charities
National or regional organisations unless the project addresses specific local community needs
Promotion of religious causes
Endowment funds
General appeals or multi-year campaigns
Medical or research organisations
Animal charities
Range of amounts £1,000-£5,000, but larger grants may be available for exceptional projects
Contact Details
Webpage http://www.gannettfoundation.org
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