A J Bell Trust
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £100,000
- 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 J Bell Trust
The A J Bell Trust was established in 2011 by Andy Bell, founder and CEO of AJ Bell plc, as a UK registered charity. Its mission is to support disadvantaged young people across the country, promoting social mobility and alleviating hardship through pragmatic grant-making. Rooted in the ethos of sharing business success for social good, the Trust values inclusivity, opportunity, and tangible impact. It is funded by regular donations from AJ Bell plc and Andy Bell personally, often linked to company performance, blending structured corporate social responsibility with rapid crisis response. The Trust also invites nominations from staff, customers, and beneficiaries, fostering a participatory approach.
What A J Bell Trust funds
The Trust funds a range of causes including education and training, health and lifesaving initiatives, disability support, poverty relief, and amateur sport. It prioritises projects that enhance life chances for at-risk youth, disabled individuals, and communities. Support can cover project costs, core costs, unrestricted funding, capital grants, emergency relief, and capacity building. Examples include mental health programmes and employability support. The Trust operates across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, focusing on small to medium-sized charities delivering direct services, new facilities, or scalable interventions.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities working across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The Trust focuses on small to medium-sized organisations that work directly with disadvantaged young people. There are no income thresholds, but the Trust prioritises groups with a strong local presence and direct impact on at-risk youth, disabled individuals, and communities. Unsolicited applications are not accepted; the Trust proactively selects charities through nominations and identified needs.
What A J Bell Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund individuals, non-registered organisations, or projects outside the United Kingdom. It also does not support work that does not directly benefit disadvantaged young people, as its focus is youth-centric. Beyond these parameters, no other exclusions are specified.
How they like to fund
The Trust offers flexible funding including project grants, core costs, unrestricted support, capital grants, emergency relief, and capacity building. It works by invitation and nomination rather than accepting unsolicited applications. Funding is outcome-focused, and the Trust blends structured corporate social responsibility with rapid crisis response.
How much does A J Bell Trust give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
Good to know
How to apply to A J Bell Trust
A J Bell 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 J Bell Trust provide?
A J Bell Trust typically provides grants of £10,000 - £100,000.
Where does A J Bell Trust fund charities?
A J Bell Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does A J Bell Trust accept unsolicited applications?
A J Bell Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from A J Bell Trust?
A J Bell 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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