Eric Stanton- Northampton Trust

The trust funds a wide range of causes, with a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing, animal welfare, heritage conservation, and environmental projects. Supported activities include practical services such as hospices and community health initiatives, the preservation of historic sites, and environmental restoration. The trust also supports the arts. While the geographic focus is on Northamptonshire, the trust occasionally funds work elsewhere. Grants can cover project costs, core costs, and capital works, providing flexible support for direct community assistance. The trust does not restrict itself to a particular theme, enabling it to address diverse needs as they arise.

The trust welcomes applications from UK-registered charities and community groups. It has a preference for small to medium-sized, grassroots organisations that deliver local services. No strict income thresholds apply, making the trust accessible to a range of charitable bodies. The trust prioritises work that benefits vulnerable groups, particularly elderly people, individuals with disabilities, and local communities. While the trust has a strong affinity for Northamptonshire-based projects, organisations from any area may be considered. There is no religious restriction on applicants.

The trust does not impose explicit exclusions on the types of charitable activity it supports. Its flexible, generalist approach means that a broad spectrum of work can be considered, from health and heritage to animal welfare and the arts. This lack of categorical restrictions makes the trust a versatile funder for charities seeking unrestricted support.

The trust operates on an invitation-only basis, with funding arising through direct trustee approaches, referrals, or personal connections. Unsolicited applications are not accepted. Grants can support project costs, core costs, and capital works, offering flexible, unrestricted assistance. The trust's funding style is responsive and one-off, with no formal application rounds.