Paul Bassham Charitable Trust
Could Paul Bassham Charitable Trust fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.
- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £20,000
- Where they fund
- Norfolk, England, Wales
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Letter of inquiry first
- Decisions
- Quarterly
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Paul Bassham Charitable Trust
The Paul Bassham Charitable Trust is a discretionary grant-making trust established in 1974 and administered from Norwich. It supports legally charitable organisations across England and Wales, with a strong preference for those connected to or benefiting Norfolk. The trust describes its approach as quiet, responsive philanthropy, guided by trustees who exercise high discretion and prioritise local needs. It operates without paid staff, public fundraising, or a website, maintaining a lean and professional structure funded by investment reserves. Its values centre on organisational resilience, community impact, and unobtrusive giving. The trust focuses on established charities serving disadvantaged groups, with a generalist remit covering health, education, disability support, social welfare, and youth development. Its funding character is consistent and needs-led, favouring well-run organisations that deliver lasting regional benefits.
What Paul Bassham Charitable Trust funds
The trust funds a generalist range of charitable activities across health, education, disability support, social welfare, and youth development. It backs projects, capital grants, and core costs for well-run organisations, with an emphasis on work that delivers lasting benefits to local communities. This includes support for charities assisting vulnerable children, sea scouts, educational initiatives, family holidays, and respite care. The trust operates throughout England and Wales but gives strong preference to causes connected to Norfolk and the wider East of England. Organisations based elsewhere are welcome if their work has clear links to the region. The aim is to support resilient, impactful organisations that contribute to community wellbeing, particularly in the trust's home area.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities only; the trust does not fund individuals. There are no formal income thresholds, but there is a preference for small to medium-sized organisations that show capacity and a clear connection to Norfolk. Applications from anywhere in England and Wales are considered if the work benefits the region. The trust prioritises established charities serving disadvantaged groups, including children and young people, people with disabilities, and those with health or social welfare needs. Organisations should demonstrate resilience, community impact, and a sound case for support. Local roots and a clear plan for delivering lasting benefits are particularly valued.
What Paul Bassham Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The trust does not fund individuals or non-charitable activities. Its remit is restricted to legally charitable organisations, so unregistered bodies and activities outside UK charity law are excluded. No other exclusions are stated.
How they like to fund
The trust operates as a discretionary funder, responding to unsolicited applications and making grants according to trustees' judgement. It supports projects, capital costs, and core costs, drawing on investment reserves to sustain consistent giving. Its style is described as quiet and unobtrusive, with an emphasis on organisational resilience and community impact. The trust does not publicise its work and has no website.
How much does Paul Bassham 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 Paul Bassham Charitable Trust
Paul Bassham Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
- 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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Paul Bassham Charitable Trust on the charity register
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales as THE PAUL BASSHAM CHARITABLE TRUST, charity number 266842.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Paul Bassham Charitable Trust provide?
Paul Bassham Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £5,000 - £20,000.
Where does Paul Bassham Charitable Trust fund charities?
Paul Bassham Charitable Trust funds charities operating in Norfolk, England, Wales.
Does Paul Bassham Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Paul Bassham 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 Paul Bassham Charitable Trust?
Paul Bassham Charitable Trust takes applications via letter of inquiry first. Decisions are typically quarterly.
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