E B M Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £25,000 – £100,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout E B M Charitable Trust
The E B M Charitable Trust, established in 1982 and formerly known as The E B Moller Charitable Trust, is an independent grant-making trust managed through a family office in London. Guided by a board of trustees, its mission focuses on alleviating poverty, advancing youth development, and supporting animal welfare and research. The trust adopts a generalist philanthropy approach, balancing current giving with reserves for future needs. It provides adaptable, impact-driven support to UK charities, operating discreetly through trustee networks rather than public calls.
What E B M Charitable Trust funds
The trust funds a broad range of charitable activities across the UK with no regional restrictions. Priority areas include poverty relief, youth empowerment, and animal welfare. They also support medical research, social welfare services, educational efforts, and general welfare activities. Grants can cover project delivery, core costs, and unrestricted support, enabling charities to use funds where they are most needed. The trust typically favours established medium-to-large organisations with proven track records.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and community groups. The trust prefers established medium-to-large organisations with a proven track record; small grassroots groups are not typically supported. They prioritise work that addresses poverty, youth development, and animal welfare. There are no religious restrictions, and beneficiaries can be any group aligned with the trust's mission. Funding is distributed through trustee networks, not through open applications.
What E B M Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The trust has no rigid exclusions beyond not supporting small grassroots organisations. It does not accept unsolicited applications, so funding is limited to charities approached through trustee networks or direct introductions. No religious or political restrictions are applied.
How they like to fund
The trust provides funding in the form of project grants, core costs, and unrestricted support, with both one-off and multi-year awards. They do not accept unsolicited applications; instead, funding is distributed through trustee networks and direct approaches. The trust favours an impact-driven, adaptable style, working quietly with chosen charities.
How much does E B M Charitable 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.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
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How to apply to E B M Charitable Trust
E B M 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.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does E B M Charitable Trust provide?
E B M Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £25,000 - £100,000.
Where does E B M Charitable Trust fund charities?
E B M Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does E B M Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
E B M Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from E B M Charitable Trust?
E B M 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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