Frazer Trust

The Frazer Trust, also known as the Joseph Strong Frazer Trust, is a longstanding independent charity established in 1939 and based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, overseen by five trustees. Its core mission is to support a broad spectrum of charitable causes across England and Wales through trustee-led discretion, drawing from investment income and capital gains to deliver consistent, high-volume small grants—totaling over £500,000 annually, as seen in 2024 with 296 awards of £502,850. Embracing a generalist ethos since inception, it prioritizes effective impact for diverse beneficiaries, balancing current needs with future sustainability via prudent asset management.

The Trust funds unrestricted charitable activities benefiting vulnerable groups, including children and youth, elderly and infirm people, hospitals and care homes, deaf and blind services, disabled and mentally handicapped individuals, medical research, maritime and armed forces support, caring organizations, animals and wildlife, religious groups, schools, colleges, and voluntary bodies. Grants support project work, core costs, direct services, research, and infrastructure for organizations from grassroots to national scale.

Eligible applicants include UK-registered charities, community groups, schools, colleges, and faith organizations operating in England and Wales, with no income thresholds or size restrictions. Applications are welcomed unsolicited via email or post on a rolling basis—no forms, deadlines, or preliminary steps required—with decisions made as received by trustees.

Distinctively unrestricted by themes or exclusions beyond charitable purpose, the Frazer Trust stands out for its predictable £2,000–£2,500 grants, nationwide reach within England and Wales, and philosophy of broad, inclusive outreach governed by trustee judgment, making it highly accessible for modest funding needs.