John Harrison Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £50,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Once per year
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout John Harrison Charitable Trust
The John Harrison Charitable Trust is a specialist grant-making charity dedicated exclusively to advancing multiple sclerosis (MS) research and support. Anchored in targeted medical philanthropy, it channels resources to initiatives that drive breakthroughs in MS understanding, treatment, and care, while enhancing quality of life for those affected. The Trust's distinctive approach is unwaveringly focused on this single cause, reflecting a trustee-led, outcome-oriented philosophy. It funds MS-specific projects, including medical research by institutions, direct support services for patients, and care improvements through specialist organisations. Beneficiaries encompass UK individuals living with MS and the charities, hospitals, or research bodies addressing their needs. Grants support targeted project costs or select core activities tied to the MS remit, never unrestricted general purposes.
What John Harrison Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds work solely within the field of multiple sclerosis. This includes medical research conducted by academic institutions or hospitals, direct support services for people living with MS, and care improvements delivered through specialist organisations. The Trust supports projects that advance understanding of MS, improve treatments, or enhance the quality of life for those affected. All funded activities must have a clear MS focus and be carried out within the UK. The Trust does not fund general health or disability causes outside this narrow remit.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and academic institutions with established expertise in multiple sclerosis. The Trust favours recognised entities that have a proven track record in MS research or support. It does not accept unsolicited applications; grants are awarded by invitation only at the trustees' discretion. The Trust focuses on organisations with a UK base and UK-wide impact, rather than small grassroots groups without a specialist MS focus.
What John Harrison Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund causes unrelated to multiple sclerosis. It excludes generalist charities, non-MS health conditions, international projects lacking a UK connection, and unproven newcomers without established MS expertise. Grants are not made for unrestricted general purposes; all funding must be tied to specific MS-related project or core activities.
How they like to fund
The Trust makes grants for targeted project costs or select core activities specifically related to its MS remit. It does not fund unrestricted general purposes. The Trust operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are awarded at the trustees' discretion, reflecting a funder-led approach focused on established organisations within the MS field.
How much does John Harrison Charitable Trust give?
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When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
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How to apply to John Harrison Charitable Trust
John Harrison 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 once per year.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does John Harrison Charitable Trust provide?
John Harrison Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £5,000 - £50,000.
Where does John Harrison Charitable Trust fund charities?
John Harrison Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does John Harrison Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
John Harrison Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from John Harrison Charitable Trust?
John Harrison 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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