Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £100,000 – £1,500,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust is a dedicated charitable entity established to sustain the work, heritage, and spiritual life of Leicester Cathedral (Church of St Martin). Its core mission is to preserve the historic fabric of this listed landmark, maintain religious facilities—including the interment site for King Richard III—and enhance the Cathedral's role as a centre for worship, pilgrimage, learning, hospitality, and community engagement. Rooted in Christian values of stewardship, inclusion, and service, the Trust emphasises long-term conservation, balancing immediate repairs with strategic development to ensure the Cathedral remains accessible and relevant to Leicester's cultural and spiritual landscape. Distinctively, it operates as a stewardship vehicle for the Cathedral rather than an open grant-maker.
What Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds thematic priorities that directly support Leicester Cathedral's mission. These include major capital works such as heating, lighting, and restoration projects; heritage conservation of the building and its contents; educational and interpretive facilities that help visitors engage with the site's Christian heritage; sacred music programmes and liturgical enhancements; and community outreach initiatives that connect locals, pilgrims, students, and visitors to the Cathedral's life—for example, free music lessons for children. All funding is directed towards projects within the Cathedral itself, in Leicester.
Who can apply
Eligibility is strictly limited to internal Cathedral projects in Leicester. The Trust does not accept applications from external organisations, regardless of their size, income, or legal status. Its support is reserved for initiatives that are part of the Cathedral's own work, serving beneficiaries such as worshippers, pilgrims, students, and the wider local community. Unsolicited applications are not considered.
What Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund any activity outside Leicester Cathedral's own mission. This includes projects by external organisations, initiatives in other regions, secular work, and general or unrestricted grants. Its singular, place-based focus on this Christian heritage site means it excludes non-Cathedral-related causes entirely.
How they like to fund
The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is allocated internally by trustees, directed towards large-scale capital and programme work that aligns with the Cathedral's strategic priorities. Grants support specific projects rather than general running costs, and the Trust leverages diverse sources to amplify the Cathedral's public mission.
How much does Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust give?
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When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
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How to apply to Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust provide?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £100,000 - £1,500,000.
Where does Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust fund charities?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Leicester Cathedral Charitable Trust?
Leicester Cathedral 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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