John and Penelope Lebus Trust
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £50,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout John and Penelope Lebus Trust
The John and Penelope Lebus Trust, established in 2022, is a family-led grant-making charity registered in England and Wales. Its mission is to relieve need arising from educational or other disadvantage, ill-health, disability, or financial hardship, with a strong focus on enabling children and young people to thrive in an inclusive society. Guided by values of improving life opportunities, advancing welfare, and fostering sustainable change, the Trust prioritises impactful frontline interventions through grants to organisations. The Trust is governed by the Lebus family and does not accept unsolicited applications, instead awarding grants at trustee discretion. It avoids government-tied or high-profile funding, focusing on low-admin, high-impact relief for young people through grassroots charities that demonstrate measurable benefits.
What John and Penelope Lebus Trust funds
The Trust funds projects in health and wellbeing, educational support, disability services, and poverty alleviation, particularly for disadvantaged children, young people and vulnerable individuals. Supported activities include direct service delivery, preventative programmes, and multi-year commitments. Examples of funded work include youth and family support in Tees Valley, support for disadvantaged youth in London, and capital projects such as the Britten Pears Building campaign. The Trust operates across England and Wales, with a preference for small to medium-sized organisations.
Who can apply
The Trust works exclusively with registered charities in England and Wales, showing a preference for small to medium-sized organisations without strict income limits. It prioritises organisations that deliver frontline interventions for disadvantaged children, young people, and vulnerable individuals. There are no religious restrictions on funding. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; grants are awarded at trustee discretion, so eligible charities may be approached directly by the Trust.
What John and Penelope Lebus Trust doesn't fund
The Trust avoids government-tied or high-profile funding, instead focusing on low-admin, high-impact relief for young people through grassroots charities. It does not accept unsolicited applications, so it does not fund organisations that approach it without invitation. There are no religious restrictions on funding.
How much does John and Penelope Lebus Trust give?
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How to apply to John and Penelope Lebus Trust
John and Penelope Lebus Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does John and Penelope Lebus Trust provide?
John and Penelope Lebus Trust typically provides grants of £10,000 - £50,000.
Where does John and Penelope Lebus Trust fund charities?
John and Penelope Lebus Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does John and Penelope Lebus Trust accept unsolicited applications?
John and Penelope Lebus Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from John and Penelope Lebus Trust?
John and Penelope Lebus 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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