Marketors Trust
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The Marketors Trust, established in 1976 as the charitable arm of the Worshipful Company of Marketors, inspires excellence in marketing while supporting disadvantaged communities and Marketors in need. Rooted in Livery traditions of civic responsibility, its mission advances marketing education, empowers smaller UK charities through targeted campaigns, and promotes high standards in marketing for public good. With a national focus evolving from City of London origins, it blends member-driven fundraising, investment income, and impact-oriented giving to foster sustainable social change via marketing expertise.
It primarily funds the Charity Marketing Grants Programme (launched 2021), providing time-limited (up to six months), measurable marketing projects like fundraising drives, volunteer recruitment, and awareness campaigns for small charities. Additional support includes educational bursaries (e.g., Harvard scholarships, CIM prizes), awards for academic excellence, and hardship aid for Livery members, plus donations to causes like St Bride’s Church and the Lord Mayor’s Appeal. Priorities emphasize marketing as a catalyst for community impact, with 2023 recipients spanning search and rescue, deaf support, yoga for wellbeing, and mental health initiatives.
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities (Charity Commission for England and Wales) with £10,000–£200,000 annual income, based in the UK with nationwide operations. Unsolicited applications are welcomed via online form in a single annual round; shortlisted groups present virtually. Typical grants: two £10,000 and four £2,500 awards, totaling £30,000 yearly, decided annually with next deadline 24 November 2025.
Exclusions cover staff costs, capital purchases, hardware, infrastructure, or ongoing digital maintenance—no core or unrestricted funding. Distinctive for its niche marketing focus, it uniquely equips resource-poor charities for scalable impact, differentiating through Livery heritage, transparent processes, and proven national reach.
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Marketors Trust typically provides grants ranging from £2,500 - £10,000.
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Marketors Trust funds charities operating in UK.
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