M.L.T. Belz

M.L.T. Belz is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered in England and Wales (charity number 1152098), established on 20 May 2013, dedicated to advancing the Orthodox Jewish religion, supporting Orthodox Jewish and general education, and relieving poverty, sickness, and infirmity for public benefit. Rooted in Orthodox Jewish principles, its mission emphasizes strengthening religious life, faith-based education, and welfare for disadvantaged community members, primarily through a close-knit trustee board operating from London's Stamford Hill area—a hub for the Orthodox Jewish community.

The funder prioritizes grants to Orthodox Jewish institutions like schools and synagogues, alongside direct relief for individuals and families facing poverty or health challenges, focusing on core costs, project delivery, and practical charitable activities aligned with religious values. It supports grassroots projects and front-line welfare serving the Orthodox community, with no evidence of capital, innovation, or capacity-building funding.

Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities embedded in or benefiting the Orthodox Jewish community, with a preference for smaller, community-level organizations; there are no formal income thresholds or geographic base requirements, though activity centers on North London while allowing UK-wide alignment. Unsolicited applications are not accepted—funding occurs at trustees' absolute discretion via annual meetings, with no published guidelines, forms, or deadlines. Typical grants are modest, ranging from £500 to a few thousand pounds, with annual outlay often under £1,000.

Distinctively, M.L.T. Belz excludes non-Orthodox Jewish causes, generalist charities, and open competitions, differentiating itself through targeted, trustee-led support for faith-aligned Orthodox initiatives, ensuring tangible community impact without reliance on government or trading income.