Gray Trust
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- Typical grants
- Up to £10,000
- Applications
- Existing partners only
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Gray Trust
The Gray Trust is a charitable incorporated organisation established in 2020, continuing a historic legacy of social welfare. Rooted in the parishes of Linby and Papplewick, its mission emphasises compassion, practical support, and community welfare. Distinctively, it blends flexible grant-making with direct provision of accommodation, notably Sherwood House, which offers sheltered housing. The Trust prioritises stewardship of assets to address exclusion and need. Guided by robust governance including safeguarding and equity, it aims to provide stable, ongoing support to its local community. Its funding character is hyper-local and relationship-based, focusing on long-term support rather than project-based programmes.
What Gray Trust funds
The Trust funds a broad range of work across social welfare, housing for those in need, and local community services. It supports core costs, revenue funding, building maintenance, and operational needs, with a particular focus on ongoing support over thematic programmes. Beneficiaries include children, young people, elderly individuals, and people with disabilities. Geographically, it focuses exclusively on the parishes of Linby, Papplewick, and their immediate surroundings. The flagship Sherwood House provides sheltered accommodation, reflecting the Trust's commitment to housing and social welfare.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and community groups based in Linby, Papplewick, or immediate surroundings. The Trust favours small, locally rooted organisations and does not support larger national entities. Beneficiaries include children, young people, elderly individuals, people with disabilities, and the general public. The Trust's hyper-local focus means applicants must serve the core area directly.
What Gray Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund organisations outside the immediate Linby and Papplewick area. It does not accept unsolicited applications, so only existing partners may apply. Larger national charities are not supported. Activities that are not local to the core parishes are excluded.
How they like to fund
Funding is by invitation only, with no public application process. The Trust works exclusively with existing partners. It provides a blend of grants and direct accommodation, supporting core costs, revenue funding, and operational needs. The Trust favours ongoing support over one-off projects, emphasising relationship-based funding.
How much does Gray Trust give?
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.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
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How to apply to Gray Trust
Gray Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Gray Trust provide?
Gray Trust typically provides grants up to £10,000.
Where does Gray Trust fund charities?
Gray Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Gray Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Gray Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Gray Trust?
Gray 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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