Chesed Charity Trust
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- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Chesed Charity Trust
Chesed Charity Trust is a longstanding registered charity in England and Wales, dedicated exclusively to raising and distributing funds to relieve poverty among the poor and needy. Rooted in values of compassion, dignity, and loving kindness, it channels resources directly to individuals facing acute financial hardship, emphasising practical, immediate support over strategic or long-term initiatives. The trust is trustee-led and values-driven, with its operations reflecting a commitment to straightforward charitable action. It operates discreetly, avoiding competitive rounds and public fundraising, and relies on a referral-based model to deliver urgent assistance.
What Chesed Charity Trust funds
The trust funds direct emergency financial assistance to individuals in distress, and occasionally to organisations working on poverty alleviation. Its focus is on acute hardship, with no thematic restrictions beyond this core poverty relief purpose. Support is provided for immediate needs such as food, shelter, or other essentials, but not for projects, core costs, capital, or capacity-building. There are no geographic restrictions, and beneficiaries include those at risk of destitution wherever they are.
Who can apply
The trust is open to individuals, grassroots community groups, and organisations working to relieve poverty, with no restrictions on location, size, or income. However, it does not accept unsolicited applications. Support is available only through referrals from trusted community networks, leaders, or advisors. Individuals and groups facing acute financial hardship may be directed to the trust by these channels.
What Chesed Charity Trust doesn't fund
The trust does not fund projects, core costs, capital expenditure, or capacity-building initiatives. Its support is limited to direct emergency assistance for individuals and occasional grants to organisations addressing poverty. It also does not accept unsolicited applications or hold competitive funding rounds.
How they like to fund
The trust makes direct grants for emergency financial assistance, typically as one-off support. It operates exclusively through referrals from trusted community networks, with trustees making decisions on a rolling, ongoing basis. The trust avoids competitive rounds, public fundraising, and investments, focusing on immediate, needs-led aid with minimal administrative overhead.
How much does Chesed Charity Trust give?
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How to apply to Chesed Charity Trust
Chesed Charity Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Chesed Charity Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Chesed Charity Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Chesed Charity Trust fund charities?
Chesed Charity Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Chesed Charity Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Chesed Charity Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Chesed Charity Trust?
Chesed Charity 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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