Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust
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- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust
The Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust is a legacy grantmaking foundation established in 1989 by philanthropist Israel Lazarus. Governed by a trust deed and a small board of trustees, its core mission is to make unrestricted charitable donations to any UK-registered charity at the absolute discretion of trustees. The Trust embodies a generalist ethos with no thematic, sectoral, beneficiary, or geographic restrictions, guided by values of broad public benefit and fidelity to the founder's intent. It operates as a purely discretionary, relationship-driven funder, relying on trustee experience rather than strategies or open calls.
What Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a diverse array of charitable activities, providing core support to well-established organisations in areas such as elder care, community welfare, and other public benefit causes. Grants support core costs, projects, or general operations without prescribed priorities. The Trust operates across England and Wales, with no regional preferences, and draws on both income and capital of its invested endowment to make grants.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are solely UK-registered charities of any size or income, operating anywhere in England and Wales. There are no formal income thresholds or competitive processes. The Trust prioritises organisations with established track records and trustee connections, as funding arises through networks and recommendations rather than open applications.
What Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust excludes no charitable causes or beneficiary groups, operating with a fully open remit. However, it only supports UK-registered charities; unregistered organisations or those outside England and Wales are not eligible. Unsolicited applications are not accepted.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides unrestricted grants that can be used for core costs, projects, or general operations. Funding is discretionary and relationship-driven, arising through trustee networks and recommendations. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications and has no open calls or published criteria.
How much does Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust
Israel Lazarus 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.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust fund charities?
Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Israel Lazarus Charitable Trust?
Israel Lazarus 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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