Lauffer Family Charitable Trust

The Lauffer Family Charitable Trust, established in 1967 and registered in England and Wales (charity number 251115), is a family-governed grant-making trust overseen by long-serving Lauffer family trustees. Its core mission is to apply funds and income for general charitable purposes without thematic, sectoral, or demographic restrictions, embodying values of stewardship, prudent financial management, compliance with public benefit guidance, and robust governance. Distinctively generalist and non-programmatic, it supports a diverse array of registered charities and voluntary groups through trustee-identified opportunities, prioritizing broad charitable activity over focused interventions.

The trust funds unrestricted core costs, project support, or general purposes across any cause, with no priorities for specific sectors, beneficiaries, or activities—evidenced by grants to small grassroots organizations, medium charities, and larger bodies throughout its history. Annual expenditure reached £444,623 in 2023-24, all directed to UK charities operating in England and Wales, with no support for individuals, non-charitable entities, or themed programs.

Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities or voluntary community groups based in England and Wales, with no income thresholds, religious restrictions, or geographic sub-priorities within this area; however, it is invite-only, accepting no unsolicited applications and providing no forms, guidance, or public processes. Grants are awarded at trustee discretion via adhoc reviews, typically ranging from £5,000 to £35,000, without deadlines or rounds. This enduring commitment to flexible, generalist funding differentiates it as an ideal unrestricted supporter for compliant charities seeking broad-purpose aid rather than strategic or issue-specific grants.