Support for those in need – Chippenham Charity Fund
The Chippenham Charity Fund, originally established in 1679 by Delamere and Francis, has a long-standing history of helping the community. In 2020, it was formed through the merger of Lord Orford’s Charity for Poor, Sir Rivett’s Charity, Tetsalls’ Charity and Tharps Charity.
The Fund offers grants in line with its charitable objectives which is to help those who are in conditions of financial need, financial hardship or financial distress and are a resident in the Parish of Chippenham, Cambridgeshire.
The Fund generates income through leasing agricultural land.
You can apply for help with utility/heating bills, supermarket vouchers, help with equipment and resources for young people starting work, and help to replace domestic appliances. Please note, this is not an exhaustive list.
Apply Today:
If you need support, please complete our grant application form or if you know someone within the village who needs support please share/tell them about the charity and the grant process.
Applications are reviewed within 20 working days, but the Charity will endeavour to respond before this deadline. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
For further information, residents are encouraged to refer to the Frequently Asked Questions section provided on the application form.
Get in Touch:
Click here for the Grant Application form or
For more information about the charity, please refer to the Charity Commission website:
Chippenham Fund Charity Number: 205185
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
The Trustees would like to thank the Parish Council for allowing the Chippenham Charity Fund a page on their website; while a Council Member is one of the trustees, please direct all questions and correspondence to the charity’s email address (above), as the charity operates independently and uses this page solely to provide information and reach residents.