Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust
The Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust was established in 1979 under the umbrella of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, which itself was founded in 1911. Its mission is to advance the marketing profession for public benefit by funding projects that promote excellence, ethical standards, education, and positive societal impact. Guided by values of integrity, responsibility, and knowledge dissemination, the Trust uniquely focuses on elevating marketing's role in charities, the voluntary sector, and society at large. It supports capacity-building initiatives that enhance skills, ethical practice, and the transformative application of marketing for social good. The Trust does not restrict itself to specific causes beyond advancing marketing expertise, making it a targeted funder of marketing-driven social impact rather than general philanthropy.
What Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust funds
The Trust prioritises research, training programmes, scholarships, conferences, and marketing education projects that deliver public benefit. It supports work in social and charitable marketing, professional development, and knowledge sharing across sectors. Funding is available for discrete projects that advance marketing expertise and its application for the common good. The Trust operates across the UK, supporting charities, community groups, and academic institutions anywhere in the country. Cause areas are not restricted beyond the overarching aim of advancing marketing, so projects that use marketing to address education, community needs, or other societal challenges may be considered. The Trust funds project costs rather than ongoing operational expenses.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include UK-registered charities, community groups, and academic institutions based anywhere in the UK. The Trust supports marketing practitioners, students, charities, voluntary bodies, and academic institutions as beneficiaries. There are no income thresholds or religious restrictions, and applications are welcome from organisations of any size that have a clear marketing-related project. The Trust does not fund individuals directly, only organisations.
What Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund capital expenditure, unrestricted grants, or emergency appeals. It also does not support ongoing operational costs or general running expenses, as it focuses on discrete projects. Additionally, the Trust does not fund individuals or organisations that are not UK-registered charities, community groups, or academic institutions.
How they like to fund
Funding is by invitation only; the Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. It provides grants for discrete projects rather than multi-year or unrestricted support. The Trust is a targeted supporter of marketing-driven social impact, not a general philanthropy. It works through invitation to ensure alignment with its mission.
How much does Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust
Chartered Institute of Marketing 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 as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust fund charities?
Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Chartered Institute of Marketing Charitable Trust?
Chartered Institute of Marketing 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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