Lake Foundation Charitable Trust
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Lake Foundation Charitable Trust
The Lake Foundation Charitable Trust, established in 2000, is a flexible generalist funder governed by a small board of trustees. Its mission is to deploy income for charitable purposes worldwide, guided solely by trustee discretion rather than predefined strategies or thematic priorities. The trust emphasises breadth over specialisation, supporting general charitable activities with no formal exclusions beyond charity law. Distinctively low-profile and discretionary, the trust does not accept unsolicited applications or publish grant ranges, impact reports, or grantee lists. It relies entirely on trustee judgment, making it an invitation-only funder with no open application process.
What Lake Foundation Charitable Trust funds
The trust funds a wide range of charitable objects, including children and young people, people with disabilities, other charities and voluntary bodies, and defined community groups. It supports general charitable activities across any sector, with no systematic favouritism toward specific causes or interventions. Funding can cover projects, core costs, capital, or unrestricted needs. Geographically, the trust operates worldwide, with potential focus on England and Wales at trustees' discretion.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and community groups. The trust primarily supports organisations rather than individuals. There are no restrictions on organisational income, size, or geographic base, though funding decisions are at trustees' discretion. The trust prioritises children and young people, people with disabilities, and other charitable organisations. As an invitation-only funder, the trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
What Lake Foundation Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The trust has no formal exclusions beyond charity law requirements. It does not fund individuals, as it primarily supports organisations. There are no predefined cause areas that are excluded, and the trust considers a wide range of charitable activities.
How they like to fund
The trust is an invitation-only funder and does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are awarded entirely through trustee selection without open rounds. Funding is flexible and can cover projects, core costs, capital, or unrestricted needs. The trust does not publish grant ranges or impact reports, and its approach is entirely discretionary.
How much does Lake Foundation Charitable Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Lake Foundation Charitable Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Lake Foundation Charitable Trust
Lake Foundation Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Lake Foundation Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Lake Foundation Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Lake Foundation Charitable Trust fund charities?
Lake Foundation Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Lake Foundation Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Lake Foundation Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Lake Foundation Charitable Trust?
Lake Foundation 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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