FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust

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Typical grants: £1,000 – £10,000
Applications: By invitation only
Decisions: As needed

Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.

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About FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust

The FB Coales No 4 (Family) Trust is a grantmaking charity established by the late Frank B. Coales, former chairman of Winn & Coales International Ltd, to reinvest in communities linked to the company, especially around West Norwood in Southeast London. Its mission centres on community support, empowerment, and giving back through discretionary grants for charitable purposes, guided by values of inclusion, opportunity, and tangible impact for people of all ages and circumstances. With a flexible, responsive ethos, it prioritises direct practical benefits, distinguishing itself as an agile, legacy-driven generalist funder focused on trustee-led decisions without rigid frameworks.

What FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust funds

The Trust funds a broad array of causes benefiting children, young people, elderly individuals, people with disabilities, vulnerable families, and voluntary bodies. Supported activities include essential items for disadvantaged families, assistive technology and mobility equipment for life-limiting conditions, educational projects for deaf children, health interventions, social exclusion initiatives, rare disease support, and humanitarian relief. While open to national needs, it shows a pronounced preference for Southeast London and Kent.

Who can apply

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities of any size, with a tilt toward smaller grassroots or specialist organisations. The Trust prioritises beneficiaries including children, young people, elderly individuals, people with disabilities, vulnerable families, and voluntary bodies. There is no religious restriction on applicants.

What FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund activities that fall outside charitable purposes as defined by law. It otherwise maintains a broad approach, avoiding rigid exclusions beyond this core principle.

How they like to fund

Funding is invitation-only via trustee networks or known causes; the Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. It supports project funding, core costs, equipment, and emergency aid, with a flexible, responsive approach to grantmaking.

How much does FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust give?

£1,000 – £10,000

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.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

Your specific fit

Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

Children & youthOlder peopleDisabilityPoverty & hardshipCommunity

How to apply to FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust

FB Coales No 4 (Family)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 as needed.

What you can do here

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust provide?

FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust typically provides grants of £1,000 - £10,000.

Where does FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust fund charities?

FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust funds charities operating in the UK.

Does FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust accept unsolicited applications?

FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust?

FB Coales No 4 (Family)Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.