Lyndhurst Trust
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- Typical grants
- £2,000 – £25,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Lyndhurst Trust
The Lyndhurst Trust is a UK-registered charity established in 1965, dedicated to advancing the Christian religion worldwide. Its founding vision focuses on strengthening the infrastructure of Christian mission and service through faith-based philanthropy. Guided by trustees who exercise significant discretion, the Trust operates with a closed, relationship-driven approach, proactively identifying and initiating funding opportunities. This model prioritises fidelity to its religious mission over open competition, distinguishing it as a specialist supporter of institutional Christian advancement.
What Lyndhurst Trust funds
The Trust funds thematic priorities centred on Christian witness, church growth, missionary activities, religious education, and faith-based humanitarian efforts. It typically provides unrestricted or core funding to cover the ongoing operational needs of aligned organisations, rather than short-term projects. There are no geographic restrictions on where funded work takes place, though the Trust shows a preference for supporting medium-to-large organisations with strong track records.
Who can apply
Beneficiaries include well-established churches, missionary societies, Christian education providers, and charities with a demonstrable Christian ethos and proven impact. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications—trustees identify and approach prospects directly. Grassroots or new entities are less likely to qualify, as the Trust prefers organisations that are already well established and networked within faith communities.
What Lyndhurst Trust doesn't fund
The Trust excludes individuals, secular or interfaith initiatives, and purely project-based work. It does not consider unsolicited applications, and its highly curated, invitation-only model ensures tight alignment with Christian principles, making it inaccessible to organisations outside its targeted network.
How they like to fund
The Trust funds through an invitation-only, relationship-driven model where trustees proactively identify and approach prospects. It typically provides unrestricted or core funding to support ongoing operational needs, rather than short-term projects. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How much does Lyndhurst 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 Lyndhurst Trust
Lyndhurst 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.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Lyndhurst Trust provide?
Lyndhurst Trust typically provides grants of £2,000 - £25,000.
Where does Lyndhurst Trust fund charities?
Lyndhurst Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Lyndhurst Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Lyndhurst Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Lyndhurst Trust?
Lyndhurst 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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