Mikheev Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £20,000 – £150,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Mikheev Charitable Trust
The Mikheev Charitable Trust was established in 2015 by Lev Viktor Mikheev and is governed by a broad Trust Deed. Its mission advances education, science, religion, arts, poverty relief, and community outreach, though the Trust favours depth of impact over breadth. It provides multi-year support to a small number of strategically aligned organisations, typically through institutional partnerships rather than wide distribution. The Trust is funded by personal donations and investment income, reflecting the trustees' intellectual and philanthropic ambitions. Its funding character is focused on elite academic and policy leadership, supporting established institutions in England and Wales.
What Mikheev Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds educational enrichment, science policy initiatives, academic posts, and cultural activities at established UK institutions. Areas of support include research centres, studentships, teaching programmes, and cultural events. The Trust also supports selected social welfare initiatives, though its primary focus is on academic and cultural leadership. Geographically, the Trust operates in England and Wales, funding organisations such as universities, schools, and cultural bodies. It also supports religious activities when aligned with its strategic priorities, reflecting the broad scope of its Trust Deed.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and academic institutions operating in England and Wales. The Trust prefers medium-to-large, proven organisations that demonstrate high-impact alignment with the trustees' educational, scientific, or cultural priorities. Grassroots groups are rarely supported. The Trust does not restrict funding based on religious affiliation, but it may support faith-based organisations when they fit its strategic focus. Organisations should be established and capable of delivering significant, measurable impact.
What Mikheev Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications, so it does not fund organisations that approach it without prior invitation. It avoids general poverty relief or emergency aid, focusing instead on strategic, high-impact initiatives. The Trust also does not support grassroots community groups or small local charities, as it prefers larger, established organisations with proven track records.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides multi-year support to a select few aligned beneficiaries, often through institutional partnerships. It does not accept unsolicited applications; funding decisions are made by the trustees based on their own research and interests, typically through invitation. The Trust favours depth of impact, offering significant grants committed over several years, and may fund programmes, research, posts, or activities depending on the partnership.
How much does Mikheev Charitable 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 Mikheev Charitable Trust
Mikheev Charitable 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.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Mikheev Charitable Trust provide?
Mikheev Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £20,000 - £150,000.
Where does Mikheev Charitable Trust fund charities?
Mikheev Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Mikheev Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Mikheev Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Mikheev Charitable Trust?
Mikheev Charitable 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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