A W Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £20,000 – £1,000,000
- 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 W Charitable Trust
The A W Charitable Trust, established by trust deed in 1981, is a family-governed endowment led by trustees from the Weis family. Its mission is to advance the Orthodox Jewish religion, education, and support for the needy within these communities. The Trust emphasises prudent financial stewardship and long-term sustainability, focusing on Orthodox Jewish principles, educational excellence, poverty alleviation, and communal welfare. It is a selective, high-impact funder that prioritises established organisations over individuals.
What A W Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds educational establishments, synagogues, religious schools, welfare organisations, and initiatives that promote Jewish learning and community infrastructure. Support is provided for capital projects, core or revenue funding, and relief efforts, with a focus on enabling impactful, ongoing programmes that foster religious continuity and social support within the Orthodox Jewish population. Funding is exclusively for UK-registered charities, primarily based in England and Wales, with potential UK-wide benefits for Orthodox Jewish projects.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities or community groups, primarily based in England and Wales, with potential UK-wide benefits for Orthodox Jewish projects. The Trust favours medium to large established institutions aligned with its priorities. It does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, trustees proactively identify and approach pre-selected recipients.
What A W Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust excludes seed funding, small grassroots groups, individual aid, and causes outside its Orthodox Jewish focus. It does not support new, unestablished ventures or projects that do not align with its religious and communal emphasis.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides support for capital projects, core or revenue funding, and relief efforts, with a focus on enabling impactful, ongoing programmes. It does not accept unsolicited applications; trustees proactively identify and approach pre-selected recipients.
How much does A W Charitable 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 W Charitable Trust
A W 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.
What you can do here
- 1Check fit. See if your project aligns with A W Charitable Trust.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does A W Charitable Trust provide?
A W Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £20,000 - £1,000,000.
Where does A W Charitable Trust fund charities?
A W Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does A W Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
A W Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from A W Charitable Trust?
A W 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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