Gislingham United Charity

Registered Charity No. 280340

Gislingham United Charity (GUC) was formed in 1988 from eight separate charities that were established, in some cases, very many years ago. 

The Charity operates for the benefit of the residents of Gislingham by alleviating hardship or distress and enabling educational opportunities that may not otherwise be possible. Grants can be made to both individuals and those involved in providing recreational facilities for the village.

The Charity is run by a committee of eleven trustees that are nominated by, or represent, village organisations:
•    An ex-officio Trustee representing The Rector of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Gislingham (1)
•    Gislingham Parish Council representatives (2)
•    Parochial Church Council of St Mary‘s Church representatives (2)
•    Representatives of the Governors of Gislingham Primary School (1) 
•    Village Hall Management Committee representatives (1)
•    Co-opted Trustees (4)

Trustees meet bi-monthly to consider requests for grants or donations. The dates for meetings can be found on this website and in The Messenger Magazine. 

HOW TO APPLY

Please use the links below to access the following application forms.

 GUC Application Form UCF  - University/College Applications – for use by Gislingham residents needing assistance with the cost of University/College.

 GUC Application Form Gen  - General Application Form – for use by Gislingham residents:
•    needing assistance with the cost of school trips, the purchase of study equipment or materials
•    needing short-term support in the event of hardship or financial distress.

Applications can be made via email or in writing to the Clerk at: 
gislinghamunitedcharity@gmail.com
Lilac Cottage, Mill Street, Gislingham, IP23 8JR