Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £30,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust
The Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust, established in 2015, is a specialist UK grantmaker focused on preserving and conserving buildings of historic, architectural, artistic, or scientific interest across England and Wales. It also supports associated items such as furniture, pictures, records, books, and manuscripts. The Trust advances public education on these heritage assets, guided by values of stewardship, public benefit, and cultural legacy. Operating with a lean governance model, it draws on reserves to achieve tangible conservation outcomes and partners with established heritage institutions rather than broad charitable causes. Its funding character is discreet and heritage-exclusive, directed to pre-selected partners.
What Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds capital projects centred on historic building restoration, archive protection, and public access initiatives. Its work spans arts, culture, heritage, education, training, science, and environment/conservation. Grants support community-benefiting projects, such as church restorations and local conservation efforts, often in partnership with organisations like the Sussex Heritage Trust and National Churches Trust. The Trust prioritises projects that deliver educational and accessibility gains, ensuring public benefit from the preserved heritage.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and voluntary bodies based in England and Wales. The Trust prefers medium-to-large established entities capable of undertaking substantial projects. While no income thresholds are specified, alignment with the Trust's core objects is essential. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; funding is directed to pre-selected sector partners at the trustees' discretion.
What Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not support core costs, operational expenses, unrestricted uses, overseas work, or direct aid to individuals or communities. Its funding is exclusively for heritage conservation projects, excluding broader charitable activities.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides capital grants for specific projects, awarded ad hoc at the trustees' discretion. It does not accept unsolicited applications, instead working with pre-selected partners. The Trust does not fund core costs or operational expenses, focusing solely on tangible conservation outcomes.
How much does Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust give?
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How to apply to Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust
Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust provide?
Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £5,000 - £30,000.
Where does Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust fund charities?
Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Ian M Foulerton Charitable Trust?
Ian M Foulerton Charitable 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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