Archie Sherman Charitable Trust

The Trust funds capital projects across England, Wales, and Israel, with a particular priority on Israel. Themes include Jewish education from nursery through university (school infrastructure, scholarships, youth programmes), healthcare facilities and medical research in Israeli hospitals, Holocaust memorial initiatives (remembrance centres, educational outreach), welfare and poverty relief for Jewish families, and arts and sports facilities that enhance community cohesion. It also supports capital projects for communal spaces such as synagogues, community centres, and youth clubs. Funded activities include building renovations, equipment provision, and major facility developments.

Applications are accepted from registered charities operating in England, Wales, or Israel. The Trust prioritises established organisations with a strong Jewish ethos, excellent governance, and a clear focus on tangible outcomes. Beneficiaries include Holocaust survivors, Jewish students at all educational levels, patients in faith-based healthcare institutions, and Jewish communities facing poverty or seeking cultural enrichment. While there is no formal religious restriction, the Trust’s giving is centred on Jewish communal and faith-aligned work.

The Trust does not support general running costs, unrestricted core funding, or operational expenses. It favours capital-driven initiatives over day-to-day services, so revenue funding for ongoing activities is excluded.

The Trust provides grants for capital-intensive projects, such as building renovations, equipment, and facility developments. It welcomes unsolicited applications and does not require an invitation. Grants are typically one-off for specific capital needs; multi-year funding is not mentioned.