Locker Foundation

The Locker Foundation is a low-profile, investment-led grant-making trust established in 1972 and registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (number 264180), based in London. Operating solely from investment income—over £710,000 in 2024—it sustains a prudent endowment managed by a small board of just two trustees, emphasizing longevity and discretion over public engagement or strategic plans. As a traditional generalist funder, it supports UK charities and educational institutions through general-purpose grants, with no published mission statements, thematic priorities, core values, or impact reports, distinguishing it by its private, trustee-driven approach without bespoke themes or partnerships.

It funds broad charitable activities, including core costs, projects, and unrestricted support for registered organisations, primarily established medium-to-large charities and academic institutions demonstrating financial credibility and operational history. There are no specific causes, beneficiary groups, or programmes highlighted; grants go to UK-based entities (predominantly England, often London), with no religious restrictions or direct support for individuals or communities.

Eligibility is limited to UK-registered charities and academic institutions based in the UK, with a preference for those of medium-to-large size, though no strict income thresholds apply. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications, lacking any public process, guidelines, forms, deadlines, or meeting schedules—decisions are made internally at trustee discretion. Typical grants range from £20,000 to £45,000, occasionally £10,000–£50,000, excluding novel or unproven entities seeking open calls or theme-aligned funding. Its hallmark is quiet, reliable philanthropy for credible institutions, not public-facing or innovative initiatives.