SPAB's focus as a charity is on advice-giving and training, but we do have a few small funds available to assist with repair and conservation of certain old buildings. The projects we fund must have a clear link to the SPAB Approach and champion maintenance and conservative repair over restoration. We may also be able to offer bursary support for participation in SPAB working parties and some educational events, where need is demonstrated. Grants rarely exceed £2000 (or its equivalent in Euros in the Republic of Ireland). Where a grant is made to an individual, or to an organisation that is not a charity, funds will only be offered for purposes that fulfil the SPAB’s charitable objectives.

• The Baber Fund is for temporary repairs and emergency protective works to historic buildings 'at risk' in the UK or Republic of Ireland. Grants  are intended to halt further decay while repair plans are in development.
• The Thomas Hardy Fund, named after writer Thomas Hardy who was a SPAB supporter and volunteer, is for the repair of historic buildings in Dorset.
• The Newcombe Fund, established by the Misses Newcombe, offers grants for repairs to historic almshouses in use.
• SPAB Mills operates a Mill Repair Fund for wind and watermills,  and has a new grant scheme in development for windmills supported by a generous legacy from Enid Lamb.

For further information about grants or bursaries please contact info@spab.org.uk or ​Mills Repair Fund for mill-related applications.

Our ability to give grants depends on the income we receive. We rely on the generous help of our members and donors but sadly we are not able to assist every project that comes to us. Please do consider joining as a member of the SPAB making a donation or leaving a gift in your will.