Cbre UK Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £5,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Cbre UK Charitable Trust
The CBRE UK Charitable Trust was established in 1988 and is linked to the CBRE Group's real estate services network. Its mission is to empower CBRE stakeholders to drive social good through staff-led fundraising, sponsorships, and campaigns, reflecting the company's RISE values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. Managed by a volunteer board of six trustees with no paid staff, the Trust operates as a flexible, generalist grant-maker without thematic restrictions. It channels philanthropic support from CBRE staff, clients, and business partners into charitable causes across England and Wales. What makes the Trust distinctive is its relationship-driven model: external charities must secure sponsorship from CBRE stakeholders via internal processes, and unsolicited requests are not considered.
What Cbre UK Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a broad spectrum of charitable purposes across England and Wales, with no thematic restrictions. This includes general operations, projects, and voluntary initiatives championed by its network of CBRE stakeholders. The Trust does not limit support to specific cause areas such as health, education, or environment, allowing for flexibility based on the interests of CBRE staff and partners. There are no income thresholds or sector limits, making it suitable for grassroots groups to larger bodies, as long as a CBRE stakeholder initiates or advocates for the request.
Who can apply
The Trust supports UK-registered charities and voluntary organisations of any size. It prioritises those with direct CBRE connections, such as staff-engaged fundraisers or client-backed causes. There are no income thresholds, religious restrictions, or sector limits. However, external charities must have a link to CBRE staff, clients, or affiliates. The Trust only considers requests that are sponsored by a CBRE stakeholder, meaning unconnected organisations cannot apply directly.
What Cbre UK Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not support charities without a connection to CBRE staff, clients, or business partners. It does not consider unsolicited requests from unconnected entities. There are no thematic exclusions, income thresholds, religious restrictions, or sector limits beyond the requirement for a CBRE stakeholder to advocate for the cause.
How they like to fund
The Trust operates a relationship-driven model, providing grants through staff-led fundraising, sponsorships, and campaigns. It works by invitation only, relying on internal processes to connect charities with CBRE stakeholders. The Trust supports general operations, projects, and voluntary initiatives, reflecting a networked approach that emphasises impact through existing connections rather than strategic themes.
How much does Cbre UK 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 Cbre UK Charitable Trust
Cbre UK 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 Cbre UK Charitable Trust.
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- 3Save the notes. Keep the fit check if you are later invited to apply.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Cbre UK Charitable Trust provide?
Cbre UK Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £500 - £5,000.
Where does Cbre UK Charitable Trust fund charities?
Cbre UK Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Cbre UK Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Cbre UK Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Cbre UK Charitable Trust?
Cbre UK 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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