John Jackson Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £1,000 – £10,000
- Where they fund
- Eastbourne
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Email application
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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johnjacksoncharitabletrust.org.ukAbout John Jackson Charitable Trust
The John Jackson Charitable Trust is a local grant-making trust dedicated to supporting the community of Eastbourne. Its mission centres on improving local civic and social life through prudent, inclusive philanthropy. The Trust values stewardship, inclusion, and respect for heritage, aiming to make a lasting difference for current and future generations of Eastbourne residents. As a permanent endowment, it focuses on tangible improvements in the town's social fabric. The Trust takes a pragmatic and accessible approach, welcoming applications from local charities, clubs, and community groups. Its funding character is hyper-local, with all grants directed exclusively to projects that benefit the people of Eastbourne.
What John Jackson Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a wide range of causes that benefit the Eastbourne community. Priority areas include education, heritage, social welfare, disability, animal welfare, community sports, and community arts. Within these fields, the Trust supports projects and needs that address local priorities, such as school facilities, disability support, heritage preservation, and community sports initiatives. It also funds work in poverty and hardship, as well as animal welfare organisations. All funded activities must take place within Eastbourne and directly serve its residents. The Trust does not restrict the type of costs it supports, covering both capital projects and revenue needs, as long as they align with its mission to improve local civic and social life.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include registered charities, community groups, schools, and community interest companies that operate within Eastbourne. The Trust prioritises organisations that directly benefit the local community, with no income thresholds or religious restrictions. It welcomes applications from small grassroots groups as well as larger local entities. The Trust's hyper-local focus means that only organisations based in or delivering services to Eastbourne are considered. Beneficiaries must be residents of Eastbourne, and the Trust does not fund individuals or activities outside the town boundary.
What John Jackson Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund activities that take place outside the Eastbourne town boundary. It also does not support individuals or statutory bodies. Projects that do not align with the Trust's priority areas of education, heritage, social welfare, disability, animal welfare, community sports, and community arts are unlikely to be considered.
How they like to fund
The John Jackson Charitable Trust makes grants to support projects and needs that benefit the community of Eastbourne. It welcomes unsolicited applications from eligible organisations and considers a broad range of initiatives within its priority areas. The Trust's funding is inclusive and flexible, reflecting its commitment to prudent philanthropy for local benefit.
How much does John Jackson Charitable Trust give?
John Jackson Charitable Trust runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 11 sourced facts
- Online application form
- Next deadline 23 September 2026
Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
What John Jackson Charitable Trust funds — and what they won't
The Trustees welcome applications for funding projects or needs which benefit the community of Eastbourne from local charities, clubs, and community groups, particularly in the fields of education, heritage, social welfare, disability, animal welfare, community sports, and community arts.
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How to apply to John Jackson Charitable Trust
John Jackson Charitable Trust takes applications via email application.
- Published programme route: online application form.
- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does John Jackson Charitable Trust provide?
John Jackson Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £1,000 - £10,000.
Where does John Jackson Charitable Trust fund charities?
John Jackson Charitable Trust funds charities operating in Eastbourne.
Does John Jackson Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
John Jackson Charitable Trust accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from John Jackson Charitable Trust?
John Jackson Charitable Trust takes applications via email application. Published programme route: online application form.
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