Money Advice Trust
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moneyadvicetrust.orgAbout Money Advice Trust
Established in 1991, Money Advice Trust is a UK-wide national charity that helps individuals, self-employed people, and small businesses tackle problem debt and build financial resilience. Its prevention-focused mission is guided by values of evidence-led systemic change, early intervention, and partnership working with government, creditors, regulators, and charities. The Trust delivers free, impartial advice and practical support through core services including National Debtline, Business Debtline, and Wiseradviser, and also conducts research and advocacy. Funding is directed through co-designed partnerships rather than broad charitable aims, reflecting the Trust's distinctive national debt expertise and leadership in UK financial inclusion.
What Money Advice Trust funds
The Trust funds targeted initiatives in financial vulnerability, debt prevention, financial education, and support for those facing exclusion. It supports research, innovation grants, evidence-building, capacity strengthening, and best-practice projects. Work is focused across the whole of the UK, with priority given to themes such as early intervention and addressing root causes of debt. The Trust does not fund general charitable aims but rather specific, partnership-based projects that align with its strategic priorities.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and academic institutions based in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland. The Trust prioritises organisations working with people on low or precarious incomes, self-employed individuals, small business owners, and the debt advice sector. There is a preference for medium-to-large organisations, national or regional players, and sector infrastructure bodies. Unsolicited applications are not accepted; funding arises from invitations for strategic or commissioned work.
What Money Advice Trust doesn't fund
The Trust excludes general or core costs, capital expenditure, and emergency grants. It does not accept unsolicited applications and does not fund broad charitable aims outside its targeted focus areas.
How they like to fund
Funding is provided through co-designed partnerships, by invitation only, for strategic or commissioned work. The Trust supports research, innovation grants, evidence-building, capacity strengthening, and best-practice projects. There are no fixed grant sizes or application rounds; decisions are made on an ad hoc basis through partnership discussions.
How much does Money Advice Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Money Advice Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Money Advice Trust
Money Advice Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Money Advice Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Money Advice Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Money Advice Trust fund charities?
Money Advice Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Money Advice Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Money Advice Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Money Advice Trust?
Money Advice 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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