Blakebank Trust
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The Blakebank Trust is a grant-making charity registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (number 1189954), established via trust deed to receive, invest, and distribute funds to UK-registered charities as needs arise. Governed by a volunteer board of trustees with oversight from Coutts Bank, it emphasizes prudent financial management, risk assessment, and public benefit, blending a generalist remit with a clear preference for Christian-aligned causes rooted in values of community welfare, ethical stewardship, and direct impact. Its low-profile, responsive approach favors flexible one-off grants over multi-year commitments, supporting faith-based evangelism alongside secular humanitarian efforts.
The Trust prioritizes relief of poverty, support for vulnerable or marginalized groups, education, healthcare, and international missions, funding projects like church restorations (e.g., All Saints Church, St Kea PCC), poverty alleviation (Christians Against Poverty), health initiatives (The Christie Charity, Leprosy Mission), academic endeavors (£100,000 to Cambridge Medical School), and community/arts programs (Birmingham Royal Ballet, Young Life). Grants advance Christian missions, humanitarian relief, and welfare domestically in England/Wales or internationally via UK organizations.
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and academic institutions, with a preference for small- to medium-sized entities (annual income typically under £2 million); no religious restrictions apply, though Christian groups are favored. Applications are unsolicited via email or post, including a cover letter, objectives, grant use, accounts, and charitable status proof—considered on a rolling basis at trustee meetings (typically spring/autumn). Grants range £2,000–£20,000 (up to £100,000 for major projects), covering project/core/capital costs; rare repeats distinguish its discreet, evidence-led style from structured funders.
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Blakebank Trust typically provides grants ranging from £2,000 - £20,000.
Where does Blakebank Trust fund charities?
Blakebank Trust funds charities operating in UK.
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