Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £5,000
- Where they fund
- Cornwall, Sussex, Surrey
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Letter of inquiry first
- Decisions
- Once per year
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust
The Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust is a grant-making trust that makes donor-directed grants to charities and voluntary organisations. It favours groups based in Cornwall, Sussex and Surrey, although it supports charitable causes throughout the UK. The Trust's income is applied to a wide range of charitable purposes, as determined by the trustees in their discretion. They support registered charities and voluntary organisations across many sectors, with a particular interest in those with a local presence in the favoured regions. The Trust operates with a flexible, donor-directed approach and does not have specific programme areas.
What Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a wide range of charitable activities across the UK, with a particular focus on organisations based in Cornwall, Sussex and Surrey. Their donor-directed approach means they support diverse causes, from health and social care to community projects and beyond. They do not have predefined programme areas, so the work they fund reflects the interests of the donors and trustees.
Who can apply
The Trust supports registered charities and voluntary organisations. They favour groups with a local presence in Cornwall, Sussex and Surrey, but consider applications from across the UK. There are no specific beneficiary groups stated; the Trust's donor-directed approach means priorities vary, so any registered charity working in a charitable field may apply.
What Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund non-charitable organisations or activities. Their funding is exclusively for charitable purposes as defined by the laws of England and Wales. They do not support individuals, non-charitable entities, or activities that fall outside the trustees' discretion. As a donor-directed trust, they also do not fund causes that are not aligned with the donors' interests.
How they like to fund
The Trust's funding is donor-directed, with trustees applying income to a wide range of charitable purposes. They support charities and voluntary organisations across the UK, favouring those based in Cornwall, Sussex and Surrey.
How much does Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust give?
Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 2 sourced facts
- Apply by letter
Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
What Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust funds — and what they won't
All our donations are donor directed, supporting a wide area of charities and voluntary organisiations throughout the UK. We favour Cornwall, Sussex and Surrey based groups.
Good to know
How to apply to Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust
Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first.
- Published programme route: apply by letter.
- Decisions are typically once per year.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust on the charity register
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as THE ALBERT VAN DEN BERGH CHARITABLE TRUST, charity number 296885.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust provide?
Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £500 - £5,000.
Where does Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust fund charities?
Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust funds charities operating in Cornwall, Sussex, Surrey.
Does Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust?
Albert Van Den Bergh Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first. Published programme route: apply by letter.
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