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The John Terry Foundation

Who We Fund

Olly Murs with Rays of Sunshine charity
John Terry presenting donation to the Rays of Sunshine charity
Karaoke at Rays of Sunshine event

We support work that makes a measurable difference

We fund and support projects that create real, lasting impact. Whether it’s improving physical health, expanding access to education, or building stronger, more inclusive communities, we support work that makes a measurable difference—and delivers hope where it’s needed most.

We seek charitable projects that

Promote physical and mental wellbeing

Support education and learning

Build community connection and inclusion

Enhance quality of life, especially for those facing disadvantage or exclusion

Through small and large grants, capacity-building, advocacy, and innovation, we work alongside partners to deliver meaningful change.

Who can apply

You don’t have to be a registered charity, but you must be properly constituted and working for a clearly defined charitable purpose.

We fund:

We do not typically fund:

Rays of Sunshine charity at event

Types of grants

We offer a range of grants to suit the scale and scope of your project:

Small grants

Up to £ 0

For short-term or immediate needs

Medium grants

Up to £ 0

For larger initiatives with a clear 12-month impact plan

Large grants

Up to £ 0

For high-impact, scalable programmes with long-term benefits

Discretionary grants

Awarded at the discretion of our Board for projects that strongly align with our mission

John Terry presenting donation to the Rays of Sunshine charity
Presenting donation to Make-A-Wish UK

How We Fund

At this time, we do not accept unsolicited applications. Most of our grants are awarded through targeted outreach or invitation to organisations that align with our values and goals.

Our promise

We are committed to ethical, transparent grant-making that delivers real-world impact. Every pound we give is an investment in a fairer future—where every child and adult has the chance to thrive and be seen.

If your organisation shares our mission and is doing powerful work in the community, we may reach out. Until then, we thank you for being part of a wider movement for change.

John Terry with the Amputee Lionesses

Help us continue making a positive impact

Every contribution helps us support children, families, and communities facing life’s most difficult moments.

Your support allows the John Terry Foundation to fund meaningful work, from grassroots initiatives to national charities, with care, dignity, and purpose.