James Henry Green Charitable Trust

The James Henry Green Charitable Trust, established in 1977, preserves and promotes the renowned Green Collection of Burmese (Myanmar) textiles, artefacts, and photographs assembled by Colonel James Henry Green and his wife Dorothy during their time in Burma. Rooted in Green's legacy as a Burma Rifles officer and lifelong advocate for Southeast Asian cultures, the Trust's mission fosters cross-cultural understanding through stewardship, scholarly research, educational enrichment, and public access. Housed at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery’s Green Centre for World Art, it emphasises rigorous academic engagement and global appreciation of Myanmar's heritage, distinguishing itself by its laser-focused dedication to this singular UK collection.

It funds projects tightly aligned with the Collection, prioritising research, postgraduate studentships (e.g., PhD scholarships with University of Sussex), exhibitions, digitisation, interpretative events, educational materials, and public programmes. Beneficiaries include scholars, curators, students, museums, and academic departments advancing knowledge of Southeast Asian material culture, visual heritage, and colonial-era collections, often via long-term partnerships with Brighton Museum and Sussex University.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and academic institutions with clear ties to Southeast Asian art or education; no geographic base restriction applies, though activities centre on England (Brighton/Sussex) with UK-wide potential for relevant projects. Unsolicited applications are not accepted—funding is invite-only through established partnerships. Typical grants range from £1,000 to £10,000, decided quarterly by trustee meetings with curatorial expertise; no core, unrestricted, or emergency funding. This niche, mission-driven approach sets it apart for targeted heritage and academic initiatives.