Margate & Dr Peete’s Charity was formed by the amalgamation of two old-established local charities, Dr Peete's Charity and Margate Philanthropic Institution. 

Our aim is to provide assistance to persons who are in conditions of need, hardship, or distress, and who are unable to gain help from other sources, such as Social Services.

Our assistance is restricted to persons residing in the former "Borough of Margate". This includes Cliftonville, Garlinge, Westbrook, Westgate and Birchington.

Anyone resident in the area mentioned above can be eligible for assistance if they can prove they are in need. It helps Trustees to come to a decision if the application is backed by someone in authority, such as Councillor, Doctor, Clergyman, etc. Occasionally, Trustees will ask to visit an applicant to discuss the matter in more detail. Applicants will be asked to complete a form detailing their income and expenditure. Students may also apply, in which parental details will be required, Trustees will also ask if parents are able to contribute to the item/s needed.

Trustees prefer to authorise the purchase/payment for a particular item, and do not advance cash to clear debts or grant a cash sum. For example, recent awards have been made for: a washing machine, a gas cooker, a fridge/freezer, bunk beds, carpets, school uniform, travel expenses for university interview and plumbing/roofing repairs.

Unfortunately, the charity is not in a position to make grants in cash.

Trustees meet six times each year, so there is sometimes delay before the application can be considered, but if the matter is urgent, it may be possible for an application to be granted by email circulation to Trustees.