Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £2,000 – £10,000
- 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 Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust
The Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust was established in 1983 as a grantmaking trust with a mission to advance general charitable purposes. Guided by core values of impartiality, robust governance, and prudent financial stewardship, the Trust favoured unrestricted core funding or project-specific grants to enable front-line organisations to amplify their impact. Its philosophy emphasised responsible philanthropy and trustee-led discretion, with no trading activities or trustee remuneration. The Trust took a generalist approach without thematic restrictions, prioritising sector-wide support over narrow interventions. It has since ceased operations and amalgamated into another foundation, ending all new grantmaking.
What Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust funds
The Trust supported a broad spectrum of charitable activities across England and Wales, with no specified cause areas or programmes. It funded general operations or targeted projects addressing diverse societal needs, reflecting its unrestricted scope. The Trust’s generalist approach meant it could support work in any field, from social welfare to the arts, as long as the applicant was a moderate to substantial UK-registered charity. There were no predetermined beneficiary groups, making the funder open to many charitable purposes.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants were limited to UK-registered charities operating in England and Wales. The Trust favoured established organisations of moderate to substantial size, without strict income thresholds. It had no specified beneficiary groups, so charities working with a wide range of communities could apply. The funder did not support individuals, newly formed groups, or non-charitable entities.
What Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust did not fund individuals, capital projects, or emergency relief. It also excluded newly formed or unestablished groups and non-charitable entities. Its focus was on supporting established charities, so it did not support start-ups or direct community grants.
How they like to fund
The Trust provided both unrestricted core funding and project-specific grants, depending on the charity’s needs. It did not accept unsolicited applications; instead, grants were selected by trustees based on their sector knowledge. The funder operated by invitation only, with trustee-led discretion guiding all decisions.
How much does Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
Good to know
How to apply to Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust
Joseph and Queenie Gold 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.
What you can do here
- 1Check fit. See if your project aligns with Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust provide?
Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £2,000 - £10,000.
Where does Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust fund charities?
Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Joseph and Queenie Gold Charitable Trust?
Joseph and Queenie Gold 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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