Farrer and Co Charitable Trust
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Farrer and Co Charitable Trust
The Farrer and Co Charitable Trust is an independent grant-making charity established by a Trust Deed in 1983. It is overseen by trustees linked to the Farrer & Co law firm, which is known for its expertise in charity law and governance. The Trust's mission is to support UK charitable bodies and purposes at the trustees' discretion, distributing substantially all of its annual income each year. Its core values emphasise responsible stewardship, financial prudence, and best-practice governance, fostering a quietly reliable, trustee-led approach. The Trust funds general charitable purposes across any sector or cause, with no thematic restrictions, exemplifying an open and responsive philosophy.
What Farrer and Co Charitable Trust funds
The Trust supports general charitable purposes across any sector or cause, with no thematic, beneficiary, or activity restrictions. It funds core costs, projects, or activities for UK-registered charities of varying sizes. There are no specific priorities such as poverty relief, education, or environment; instead, the trustees select recipients based on perceived needs or opportunities. The Trust operates across the UK, supporting charities anywhere in the country.
Who can apply
Eligibility is limited to UK-registered charities operating anywhere in the UK. There are no income thresholds, size limits, or special criteria, so charities of varying sizes can be considered. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; trustees proactively select recipients at their annual discretion. There is no public process, and the Trust does not provide forms, guidelines, or referral details.
What Farrer and Co Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund individuals, and it does not accept unsolicited applications. It also does not have any thematic exclusions, as it supports general charitable purposes across any sector or cause.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides general-purpose grants, supporting core costs, projects, or activities. It distributes substantially all of its annual income each year. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, trustees proactively select recipients at their annual discretion, with no public process or application forms.
How much does Farrer and Co Charitable Trust give?
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How to apply to Farrer and Co Charitable Trust
Farrer and Co Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Farrer and Co Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Farrer and Co Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Farrer and Co Charitable Trust fund charities?
Farrer and Co Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Farrer and Co Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Farrer and Co Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Farrer and Co Charitable Trust?
Farrer and Co 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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