Paracletos

Paracletos funds general charitable purposes with a distinctive faith-inspired focus on holistic anti-poverty efforts. They support work that addresses poverty, marginalisation, and social exclusion, often through faith-linked initiatives. Their grants cover unrestricted core costs and project-specific interventions such as advocacy, practical outreach, and community inclusion. They have a particular interest in mission-aligned work at the intersection of faith, empowerment, and justice. The trust operates across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, backing small to medium-sized charities and grassroots community groups.

Paracletos supports UK-registered charities and grassroots community groups. They prioritise organisations with a modest income scale and those whose work is faith-linked, though there are no religious restrictions. The trust favours small to medium-sized entities delivering tangible benefits to low-income individuals and families. Eligible groups should be mission-aligned with the trust's focus on faith, empowerment, and justice. Paracletos operates on an invite-only basis, so unsolicited applications are not accepted.

Paracletos offers flexible, responsive grants including unrestricted core costs and project-specific funding. They operate on an invite-only basis, proactively identifying recipients rather than accepting unsolicited applications. The trust supports both ongoing operational needs and targeted interventions, often providing multiple grants per organisation annually. They are known for their consistent support of faith-driven social action and do not fund through public application processes.