Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £1,000 – £50,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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beaverbrooks.co.ukAbout Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust
The Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust, established in 2011 as the philanthropic arm of Beaverbrooks the Jewellers, formalises the company's long-standing commitment to enriching lives in UK communities. Rooted in values of partnership, personal involvement, and employee empowerment, the Trust emphasises staff-driven giving, where every colleague can nominate charities. This participatory ethos blends corporate philanthropy with volunteering and payroll giving, fostering sustained relationships rather than one-off support. The Trust's mission is to support a broad range of causes, reflecting the passions of its employees, and it operates through direct partnerships and colleague nominations, distinguishing it from funders that accept general applications.
What Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a broad spectrum of causes, including education, health, welfare, mentoring, self-development, family support, and community development. It backs diverse activities such as project grants, capital costs, core funding, capacity building, and equipment for both small local groups and national organisations. The Trust prioritises initiatives that reflect staff passions, supporting work across UK communities, particularly those linked to its employees. The geographic focus is UK-wide, with an emphasis on areas where Beaverbrooks has branches or employee connections, though no specific regions are excluded.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities or community groups. The Trust does not specify income limits or other restrictive eligibility criteria, but strong ties to Beaverbrooks branches or employees enhance chances of support. The Trust prioritises organisations that align with staff-nominated causes and community needs. There is no religious restriction, and the Trust welcomes applications from a wide range of beneficiary groups, though it does not accept unsolicited applications, relying on colleague nominations and direct partnerships.
What Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications from the general public, focusing instead on colleague nominations and direct partnerships. It does not impose narrow thematic or religious restrictions, but its funding is directed through staff-driven giving. Excluded activities are not specified beyond the invite-only application process.
How they like to fund
The Trust offers flexible funding, including project grants, capital costs, core funding, capacity building, and equipment. It supports both small local groups and national organisations, often fostering sustained relationships rather than one-off grants. The Trust works through colleague nominations and direct partnerships, so it does not accept unsolicited applications. Its funding style emphasises staff involvement and practical support, including infrastructure costs, setting it apart from more rigid funders.
How much does Beaverbrooks 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 Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust
Beaverbrooks 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 rolling (no fixed deadline).
What you can do here
- 1Check fit. See if your project aligns with Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust provide?
Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £1,000 - £50,000.
Where does Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust fund charities?
Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Beaverbrooks Charitable Trust?
Beaverbrooks 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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