Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust)
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- Typical grants
- £250 – £5,000
- Where they fund
- Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Phone first
- Decisions
- Three times yearly
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust)
The Charity of Charles Clement Walker, commonly known as the Walker Trust, was founded by Victorian engineer Charles Clement Walker to advance technical instruction, vocational training, and social improvement for local communities. Their core values emphasise practical local impact, equity for those facing disadvantage, and community empowerment through targeted support. They believe sustainable change arises from enabling technical skills development, overcoming barriers for disabled and elderly residents, and nurturing grassroots cultural and sporting activities that build resilience and inclusion. The Trust prioritises education and training, health and disability support, arts and culture, amateur sport, and science outreach, with a focus on grassroots voluntary bodies in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.
What Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) funds
The Trust funds education and training, including vocational courses, technical skills programmes, and employment training for young people facing barriers. They support health and disability projects such as disability access improvements, respite care, and inclusive activities for people with physical or learning disabilities. Arts, culture, and heritage initiatives for children, young people aged 5-19, and families caring for disabled children are also funded, along with amateur sport programmes for disadvantaged youth and disabled adults. Science outreach, after-school clubs, peer support groups, day services, mentoring, and befriending schemes are among the activities supported. All funded work must benefit local residents in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.
Who can apply
Registered charities and community groups based in or serving Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin can apply. The Trust prioritises grassroots voluntary bodies and local residents, with a preference for organisations supporting disadvantaged youth, disabled adults, elderly residents, and families caring for disabled children. There is no religious restriction on applicants.
What Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund national or international projects without direct local benefit, mainstream statutory services, or activities lacking ties to Shropshire or Telford & Wrekin communities.
How they like to fund
The Trust welcomes unsolicited applications and focuses on practical, local impact through grants for projects and activities. Their funding style emphasises responsive grantmaking that prioritises measurable quality-of-life enhancements.
How much does Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) give?
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When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
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How to apply to Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust)
Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) takes applications via phone first.
- Decisions are typically three times yearly.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
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Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) on the charity register
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as CHARITY OF CHARLES CLEMENT WALKER (COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE WALKER TRUST), charity number 215479.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) provide?
Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) typically provides grants of £250 - £5,000.
Where does Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) fund charities?
Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) funds charities operating in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin.
Does Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) accept unsolicited applications?
Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust)?
Charity of Charles Clement Walker (Commonly Known as the Walker Trust) takes applications via phone first. Decisions are typically three times yearly.
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