Chaldean Charitable Trust

The Chaldean Charitable Trust is a small, UK-based grant-making foundation registered with the Charity Commission (No. 1153713), dedicated to supporting registered charities that benefit children, while retaining flexibility for other charitable purposes at trustees' discretion. Rooted in Christian charitable principles—delivered through a secular, non-denominational approach—its mission emphasizes improving children's welfare and life chances within British society. Governed by just four trustees and two volunteers with no paid staff, the trust operates with streamlined, prudent decision-making, drawing down reserves to sustain consistent grant-making amid modest assets and expenditures.

It prioritizes funding for UK charities focused on children, youth, and families, covering project funding and core costs to enhance welfare, opportunities, and general charitable activities. Past patterns show support for a diverse range of child-oriented partners, from grassroots to mid-sized organizations, without emphasis on specific programs like capital projects or emergency relief.

Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities operating anywhere in the UK, with a preference for small to medium-sized entities; no strict income thresholds apply, and there are no religious restrictions. However, the trust does not accept unsolicited applications—grants are awarded exclusively via trustee-led selection through internal reviews.

Typical grants range from £2,000 to £10,000 annually as single-year awards, with trustees meeting ad hoc several times per year and no published deadlines, forms, or guidance. Distinctive for its quiet specialist focus on child welfare, lack of public impact reports or case studies, and unwavering commitment to regulatory compliance, it stands out as a reliable, low-profile partner for aligned UK charities seeking flexible support without open competition.