Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust

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Typical grants: £8,000 – £15,000
Where they fund: Hampshire, West Sussex
Applications: Accepted
How to apply: Letter of inquiry first
Decisions: Once per year

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About Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust

The Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust is a grant-making trust established in 1988 by the will of G.H. Micklem C.B.E. As a general charitable trust with no religious restrictions, its mission is to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged individuals and communities. The Trust favours well-governed charities that deliver direct services, aiming to make a tangible difference through its grants. It is particularly interested in UK charities, whether national or local, that work specifically within Hampshire and West Sussex. The Trust's funding character reflects a commitment to local impact and thoughtful stewardship of its resources.

What Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust funds

The Trust supports charities working in the fields of disability (physical and learning disabilities), carers (including young carers), older people, physical health (including hospices and medical conditions), and the environment (including wildlife and conservation). Funded work must be delivered directly by the charity and take place within Hampshire or West Sussex. National charities may be considered only if their regional work is based in these two counties. The Trust seeks to fund direct services that make a clear difference to beneficiaries.

Who can apply

Eligible applicants are UK registered charities. The Trust prioritises organisations that deliver direct services to disabled people, older people, carers, children and young people. Charities must operate in Hampshire or West Sussex, or have a specific project based there. National charities should ensure their regional work is within these two counties. The Trust does not fund individuals or sponsorship arrangements. There are no religious restrictions.

What Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund individuals, nor does it enter into sponsorship arrangements with individuals. It is unlikely to support the regional work of national charities outside Hampshire or West Sussex. Causes excluded from funding include faith-based organisations, mental health, education and skills, homelessness, arts and culture, and heritage projects.

How much does Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust give?

Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.

Last verified 8 August 2026 · 16 sourced facts

Main Grant ProgrammeOpen to applications

£8,000 – £15,000

Next deadline 30 November 2026
1 rounds a year

Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.

What Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust funds — and what they won't

Their stated priorities

The organisations in which the Trust is most interested are UK charities, national or local, working specifically in Hampshire or West Sussex, and in one of the fields listed below.

Where they fund

HampshireWest Sussex

They don't fund

FaithMental healthEducation & skillsHomelessnessArts & cultureHeritageIndividuals

The full exclusions list (3)

The Trust does not make grants to individuals
does not enter into sponsorship arrangements with individuals
The Trust is unlikely to support the regional work of national charities in locations outside Hampshire or West Sussex

Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

DisabilityOlder peopleEnvironmentHealth

How to apply to Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust

Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first.

Decisions are typically once per year.
Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.

How it works

1
Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
2
See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
3
Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust provide?

Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust runs one grant programme — Main Grant Programme: £8,000 – £15,000.

Where does Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust fund charities?

Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust funds charities operating in Hampshire, West Sussex.

Does Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?

Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

What does Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust not fund?

Their published exclusions include: The Trust does not make grants to individuals; does not enter into sponsorship arrangements with individuals; The Trust is unlikely to support the regional work of national charities in locations outside Hampshire or West Sussex. The full exclusions list is further up this page.

How do I apply for funding from Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust?

Gerald Micklem Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first. Decisions are typically once per year.