Genesis America (UK) Limited

The Trust's funding centres on arts programmes in theatre, music, visual arts and design, including commissions, prizes and training schemes such as the Motley Theatre Design Programme. These are delivered in partnership with respected national institutions, including the Young Vic, National Theatre, Almeida Theatre, Royal Academy and The Sixteen. Alongside this cultural work, it funds targeted social projects that promote inclusion and public benefit, such as community development and social welfare initiatives, with examples including Passage, St Jude India Childcare Centres and Riding for the Disabled Association. Grants support programme delivery and project-specific costs rather than general running expenses. Geographically, the Trust works UK-wide, with occasional international grants where they align with trustee values.

Funding is directed to UK-registered charities, with grantees typically being large, established organisations and national cultural institutions operating across the UK. The priority is on proven excellence and a track record of delivering high-quality work, often in the arts or social welfare fields. Beneficiaries of funded projects include emerging artists, performers and creatives, as well as people benefiting from inclusive community and social welfare programmes. The Trust's invitation-only model means it does not consider unsolicited applications; instead, potential partners are identified through trustee networks. There is no religious or faith-based restriction on eligibility.

The Trust does not provide unrestricted, core or capital funding. Grants are tied to programme delivery and specific projects, so general overheads, building projects or endowment-style support fall outside its remit. It also rarely funds smaller or emerging organisations, preferring partnerships with institutions that already have significant capacity and a proven record. Because it works by invitation only, unsolicited requests for funding are not part of its model.

Genesis America operates an entirely trustee-led, invitation-only funding model. The trustees identify and approach partners through their own professional networks, so there is no open application process or published fundraising route. Support is directed at programme delivery and project-specific work, with grants made to respected professional organisations and cultural institutions. The Trust's stated values of collaboration, partnership, quality and stewardship guide its relationships with those partners.