Cornwall Leukaemia Trust
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- Typical grants
- Up to £1,500
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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cornwallleukaemiatrust.comAbout Cornwall Leukaemia Trust
Cornwall Leukaemia Trust, established in 1981, is a place-based charity dedicated to supporting patients and families in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly affected by leukaemia and allied haematological disorders. Founded by lay and professional trustees, its mission emphasises tangible, patient-centred impact through practical welfare support, staff development, and local service innovation. Guided by values of accountability, clinical relevance, and stewardship of investment income and donations, the Trust concentrates its resources on three core areas: direct financial aid to individuals, educational grants for NHS haematology staff, and clinical research or equipment led by the local NHS team. The charity works through a close partnership with the Haematology Department of Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, prioritising immediate quality-of-life improvements and visible benefits for Cornish residents over large-scale research.
What Cornwall Leukaemia Trust funds
The Trust funds work that directly benefits people affected by leukaemia and allied haematological disorders in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Support is given in three main categories: direct financial aid for individuals facing hardship such as travel costs for specialist care; educational grants for NHS haematology staff attending training and conferences; and clinical research, equipment, or one-off projects led by the local NHS team, sometimes in collaboration with national partners. The focus is on practical, visible improvements to quality of life and regional haematology services, with a preference for projects that deliver direct patient benefit rather than large-scale research. All funded activity must serve residents of Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly or those receiving care there.
Who can apply
Support is available to individuals and families living in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly who are affected by leukaemia or allied haematological disorders, as well as NHS haematology staff within the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. Beneficiaries do not need to meet income thresholds, but they must either reside in the area or receive their care there. The Trust does not fund external charities or organisations; instead, it works through referrals from consultant Trustees within the local NHS haematology team.
What Cornwall Leukaemia Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund projects outside Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly, nor does it support external charities or organisations that are not linked to the local NHS haematology department. Large-scale research that does not offer immediate, visible patient benefit is not prioritised. Unsolicited applications are not considered.
How they like to fund
The Trust operates exclusively through a close partnership with the Haematology Department of Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust. Grants are made on a one-off basis without ongoing commitments, relying on internal clinical referrals from consultant Trustees rather than open calls or external applications. Unsolicited applications are not accepted. The charity favours direct, visible benefits and steers clear of large-scale research or institutional funding.
How much does Cornwall Leukaemia 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.
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How to apply to Cornwall Leukaemia Trust
Cornwall Leukaemia 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
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Cornwall Leukaemia Trust provide?
Cornwall Leukaemia Trust typically provides grants up to £1,500.
Where does Cornwall Leukaemia Trust fund charities?
Cornwall Leukaemia Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Cornwall Leukaemia Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Cornwall Leukaemia Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Cornwall Leukaemia Trust?
Cornwall Leukaemia 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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