H P Charitable Trust

The H P Charitable Trust, established on 16 July 1979 and based in London, is a faith-driven philanthropic organisation dedicated to relieving poverty and advancing Orthodox Jewish religious life. Rooted in principles of community responsibility, religious tradition preservation, and hardship alleviation, it channels resources into strengthening Orthodox Jewish communities through institutional support. Its distinctive approach emphasises enduring communal resilience by bolstering the infrastructure of faith-based education, worship, and welfare, guided by trustees with deep expertise in Orthodox Jewish priorities.

The Trust funds targeted initiatives within Orthodox Jewish contexts, including religious education in schools, yeshivas, and synagogues; poverty relief for families and individuals in need; community welfare programmes; and activities promoting cultural continuity and religious practice. Beneficiaries are primarily established educational, religious, and welfare institutions serving observant communities, with grants supporting core costs, infrastructure development, and mission-aligned projects rather than general or seed funding.

Eligible applicants are exclusively UK-registered charities demonstrating a proven track record in Orthodox Jewish education, poverty relief, or religious service; there are no income thresholds or strict size limits, though preference leans toward established entities. Geographically, funding prioritises London-based Orthodox Jewish groups but extends to compatible organisations across the UK and occasionally overseas.

Grants typically range from £5,000 to £75,000 (most £10,000–£50,000), awarded adhoc via trustee meetings with no public deadlines. Unsolicited applications are not accepted—organisations must be invited directly by trustees. Exclusions encompass non-Orthodox Jewish causes, individuals, and activities unrelated to faith or poverty relief, setting it apart as a specialised, closed-network funder committed to Orthodox institutional sustainability.