William Harding Charity

The Charity’s main aim is to support young people in education. In the 18th century it arranged apprenticeships as coopers, blacksmiths, carpenters, dressmakers and milliners. In the 21st century this support is continued with funding for school trips, school uniforms and annual financial and maintenance grants to young people at university or in higher education and those in an apprenticeship who either live or work in Aylesbury.

It also makes grants to schools and educational establishments, sports clubs, arts societies, community projects and organisations working for residents of Aylesbury. You do not need to be a charity to apply.

In addition to the grants there are 35 almshouses in several locations across the town, made up of terraced houses, bungalows and flats, offered to older residents of Aylesbury. This enables the charity to continue to support the elderly as William Harding instructed in his will.

The Charity meets monthly to consider applications. For more information see our website and Frequently Asked Questions or contact us.