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What happens next?

Published: 26/03/2019
Updated: 13/01/2020


Once you submit your application you will get an automated email to confirm it has been received. If you do not receive this email, please check the Junk/Spam inbox of your email account.

Our Meeting the Charity Test guidance explains how we will come to a decision on your application.

We will process your application as quickly as possible. Sometimes applications take longer to process if they are complex or we need further information. One of the most common reasons for the application taking time is because we don't have enough information at the start.