Joseph and Annie Cattle Trust

The Joseph and Annie Cattle Trust, an endowed charitable trust established by deed in September 1970, supports vulnerable residents of Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire by providing targeted financial aid to institutions and statutory authorities, rather than individuals directly. Rooted in addressing hardship among the aged, disabled people (including children with dyslexia and learning difficulties), and the underprivileged, its mission emphasizes practical help, dignity, community well-being, and public benefit through responsible, impact-focused grant-making. With a conservative ethos, low overheads, no trustee remuneration, and strong governance, the Trust prioritizes local knowledge and partnerships, such as with Hull City Council for referrals, fostering measurable improvements in life chances via project grants, core support for youth provisions, family holidays, homelessness prevention, transformative learning, and arts access for those with additional needs.

It funds initiatives like transport to appointments, safe recreational spaces, and services tackling isolation, disadvantage, or disability, delivered by established local charities and statutory bodies demonstrating clear regional impact and accountability.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities or statutory entities with a proven track record in Hull and East Riding; there are no strict income thresholds, though small to medium local organizations are preferred over large nationals unless locally focused. Applications, accepted unsolicited on a rolling basis, require a hand-completed printed form (from the website), covering letter, financial statements, regional evidence, costings, and other funding details, submitted by post or fax—no online portal. Trustees meet quarterly (March, July, November), with decisions typically within weeks and up to three months from submission.

The Trust excludes direct individual grants (except Hull referrals via council), capital or unrestricted funding routinely, and non-local work. Its distinctives include a non-negotiable geographic focus, straightforward low-bureaucracy process, and enduring commitment to vetted, community-centered interventions without mission drift. Typical grants range from £1,000 to £5,000, averaging around £1,000.