Hale Trust

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Typical grants: £250 – £2,500
Applications: Not accepted
Decisions: As needed

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About Hale Trust

The Hale Trust is a discreet, volunteer-led grant-making foundation established in 1970. Operating from Berkshire with low overheads and no fundraising, it is dedicated exclusively to advancing education and training for young people under 25. With a conservative ethos rooted in fairness and opportunity, the Trust aims to help young people overcome barriers to personal development through prudent stewardship and direct impact on life outcomes. The Trust's focused approach reflects a longstanding commitment to targeted support without publicity or outreach.

What Hale Trust funds

The Trust funds education and training for young people under 25, focusing on personal development rather than broad projects. Grants support a range of educational expenses including further education fees, apprenticeships, vocational training, and related materials such as books or equipment. The aim is to help young people overcome barriers to access and achieve life outcomes through learning. Geographically, the Trust has a principal interest in England, particularly areas near Berkshire, though no strict regional limits apply. The Trust supports both individuals and small organisations or grassroots community groups closely linked to youth education and training, with grants directed at direct educational costs rather than general activities.

Who can apply

The Trust funds individuals under 25 and small organisations or grassroots community groups closely linked to youth education and training. Eligible organisations are typically modest-sized entities without specific income thresholds. The Trust prioritises young people facing barriers to access. There is no religious restriction. While the Trust has a principal geographic interest in England, especially near Berkshire, applications from elsewhere are not ruled out. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications, so eligibility is determined by trustees identifying needs.

What Hale Trust doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund core costs, capital projects, general organisational support, or activities outside education and training. Grants are exclusively for educational expenses, so non-educational activities and broad projects not directly linked to personal development through learning are not supported. The Trust avoids funding that does not directly benefit the educational journey of young people under 25.

How they like to fund

The Trust awards one-off grants at the sole discretion of its trustees. It does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, trustees identify needs and make awards accordingly. The Trust avoids funding core costs or capital projects, focusing instead on direct educational expenses for individuals and small groups. Grants are made without publicity or outreach, reflecting a discreet, trustee-driven approach.

How much does Hale Trust give?

£250 – £2,500

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.

Deadlines & timelines

When to apply, and how long their decisions take.

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Good to know

FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

EducationChildren & youth

How to apply to Hale Trust

Hale 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.
Decisions are typically as needed.

What you can do here

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Hale Trust provide?

Hale Trust typically provides grants of £250 - £2,500.

Where does Hale Trust fund charities?

Hale Trust funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Hale Trust accept unsolicited applications?

Hale Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Hale Trust?

Hale Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.