Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust
Could Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.
- Typical grants
- £1,000 – £4,000
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Letter of inquiry first
- Decisions
- Bi annually
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust
Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust was established in 1976 to support UK welfare charities, with a particular focus on longstanding organisations such as the RNLI, The Seafarers' Charity, and armed forces welfare bodies. The Trust is governed by three trustees and values legacy-rooted philanthropy that balances historic commitments with responsive, hands-on funding for projects that demonstrate measurable impact. It funds a broad range of themes including health, disability and inclusion, education and arts, poverty relief, overseas aid, animals, environment, housing, religious activities, heritage, science, sport, community development, and emergency services. The Trust supports registered UK charities of all sizes, particularly small to medium organisations, and provides project grants, core costs, and capital needs. Funding is available nationwide with no regional or income restrictions. The Trust is distinctive for its trustee-led approach and rigorous due diligence, blending tradition with inclusivity.
What Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds a broad range of themes including health, disability and inclusion, education and arts, poverty relief, overseas aid, animals, environment, housing, religious activities, heritage, science, sport, community development, and emergency services. It supports project grants, core costs, and capital needs for registered UK charities of all sizes, particularly small to medium organisations. Funding is available throughout England and Wales, with no regional or income restrictions.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are exclusively UK-registered charities operating throughout England and Wales. The Trust supports organisations of all sizes, particularly small to medium charities, and has no religious restrictions. Unsolicited applications are welcomed from registered charities that can demonstrate accountability and impact.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides project grants, core costs, and capital needs. It welcomes unsolicited applications and is trustee-led with rigorous due diligence, blending tradition with inclusivity.
How much does Mrs F B Laurence's 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 Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust
Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first.
- Decisions are typically bi annually.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust on the charity register
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as MRS F B LAURENCE'S CHARITABLE TRUST, charity number 296548.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust provide?
Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £1,000 - £4,000.
Where does Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust fund charities?
Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Mrs F B Laurence's 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 Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust?
Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first. Decisions are typically bi annually.
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