A and J Charitable Trust
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- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout A and J Charitable Trust
The A and J Charitable Trust is a family-led grant-making charity registered in England and Wales, with roots dating back to the mid-1990s. Chaired by Sir Alan Parker alongside Lady Jane Parker and Graham Leonard Chambers, it operates with a highly discretionary approach. Its core mission is to support charitable institutions as the trustees deem fit, emphasising flexible aid across the charitable sector without a fixed remit or outcome targets. The Trust prefers to provide long-term, unrestricted grants for general purposes, prioritising adaptability to perceived needs. What makes the Trust distinctive is its unrestrictive nature: it has no fixed priorities, exclusions, or application process.
What A and J Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a broad spectrum of work across England and Wales, including project costs, core costs, and general charitable operations. There are no restrictions on cause area, beneficiary group, or organisation size. Recipients range from large to small charities, with a focus on children and young people, voluntary bodies, and general charitable operations. There are no sub-regional preferences or exclusions, and the Trust supports a wide range of charitable activities as determined by the trustees.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities based in the UK. There are no income thresholds, size limits, or special criteria specified. The Trust prioritises children and young people, voluntary bodies, and general charitable operations. It does not accept unsolicited applications, so charities should understand that grants are awarded solely at the trustees' discretion. Religious context is not a restriction.
What A and J Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust has no fixed exclusions or priorities. It does not specify any causes, activities, or organisation types it will not support, other than that it only funds UK-registered charities. There are no geographic exclusions beyond operating only in England and Wales.
How much does A and J Charitable Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches A and J Charitable Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to A and J Charitable Trust
A and J Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does A and J Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact A and J Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does A and J Charitable Trust fund charities?
A and J Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does A and J Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
A and J Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from A and J Charitable Trust?
A and J Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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