Martin Geddes Charitable Trust

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Typical grants
£5,000 – £25,000
Where they fund
England, Wales
Applications
Accepted
How to apply
Email application

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About Martin Geddes Charitable Trust

The Martin Geddes Charitable Trust is a grant-making organisation that supports health and wellbeing, with a particular focus on organisations applying a twelve-step philosophy. The Trust believes in the power of peer-supported recovery and structured approaches to improve physical and mental health outcomes. It was established to honour a memorial mission and remains distinctive for its exclusive commitment to twelve-step based interventions. Funded charities work with the general public, especially those addressing addiction and its impact on individuals, families, and communities.

What Martin Geddes Charitable Trust funds

The Trust funds causes related to physical health and mental health, with a strong emphasis on addiction recovery. Supported activities include recovery programmes, counselling, peer support groups, and residential services that follow twelve-step principles. These may also include therapeutic activities and family support initiatives addressing the ripple effects of addiction. The Trust operates across England and Wales, supporting frontline charities delivering structured, peer-led recovery interventions.

Who can apply

Registered charities and community groups based in England and Wales are eligible to apply. The Trust prioritises organisations that apply a twelve-step philosophy in their work, particularly those supporting the general public affected by addiction and its consequences. While there is no religious restriction, charities should demonstrate alignment with peer-supported recovery and structured approaches to improving health outcomes.

What Martin Geddes Charitable Trust doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund general health promotion activities, non-recovery focused projects, or prevention campaigns that lack direct recovery orientation. Activities that do not follow twelve-step principles or are not specifically aimed at supporting individuals and families affected by addiction are not supported.

How much does Martin Geddes Charitable Trust give?

Martin Geddes Charitable Trust runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.

£5,000 – £25,000

Last verified 8 August 2026 · 5 sourced facts

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What Martin Geddes Charitable Trust funds — and what they won't

Their stated priorities

Support for organisations applying a twelve step philosophy

Good to know

FaithNo restriction
Focus areas
Mental healthChildren & youth

How to apply to Martin Geddes Charitable Trust

Martin Geddes Charitable Trust takes applications via email application.

  • Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.

How it works

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    Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Martin Geddes Charitable Trust provide?

Martin Geddes Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £5,000 - £25,000.

Where does Martin Geddes Charitable Trust fund charities?

Martin Geddes Charitable Trust funds charities operating in England, Wales.

Does Martin Geddes Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?

Martin Geddes Charitable Trust accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.

How do I apply for funding from Martin Geddes Charitable Trust?

Martin Geddes Charitable Trust takes applications via email application. Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.

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