Barnsbury Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £25,000 – £150,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
- Decisions
- Bi annually
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Barnsbury Charitable Trust
The Barnsbury Charitable Trust is an independent grant-making charity established in 1965. Governed by a small board of three unremunerated trustees with no staff, it maximises impact through low overheads and strategic philanthropy. The Trust prioritises scientific evidence and grassroots innovation to transform the UK's food and farming systems for long-term environmental stewardship. Its approach is distinctive for its narrow focus on regenerative agriculture as a climate solution.
What Barnsbury Charitable Trust funds
The Trust focuses on combating climate change and biodiversity loss by funding environmental organisations. It supports work in regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming practices, including soil health regeneration, biodiversity restoration, sustainable land management, field-scale demonstration projects, research programmes, advocacy for systemic change, and educational initiatives on ecological farming. Funding targets medium to large sector-leading charities, with some support for innovative grassroots groups. The Trust supports UK-based organisations delivering UK-wide or regional interventions.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must be UK-based organisations delivering UK-wide or regional interventions, with a preference for established groups with proven capacity. The Trust funds UK registered charities and community groups. It prioritises medium to large sector-leading charities and occasionally innovative grassroots groups capable of scalable, measurable climate impact. Applications are strictly by invitation only.
How they like to fund
The Trust works strictly by invitation, proactively forming partnerships with selected organisations. It often provides multi-year grants for high-impact projects, though core costs are limited to strategic partners. Funding is catalytic and aimed at exemplars driving policy and adoption.
How much does Barnsbury 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 Barnsbury Charitable Trust
Barnsbury 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 bi annually.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Barnsbury Charitable Trust provide?
Barnsbury Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £25,000 - £150,000.
Where does Barnsbury Charitable Trust fund charities?
Barnsbury Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Barnsbury Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Barnsbury Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Barnsbury Charitable Trust?
Barnsbury 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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