Pilling Trust Fund
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £25,000
- 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 Pilling Trust Fund
The Pilling Trust Fund, also known as The John Pilling Trust, is a grant-making charity dedicated to advancing religious and educational purposes within the Anglican communion. Its distinctive mission is to enhance and maintain church music as a vital element of worship, rooted in values of musical excellence, liturgical tradition, and ecclesiastical heritage preservation. The Trust focuses on uplifting Anglican church music across England, Wales, and Scotland through targeted investments in organs, choirs, and training, reflecting a commitment to sustainable communal and spiritual impact.
What Pilling Trust Fund funds
The Trust funds specific projects for Anglican parishes, diocesan organisations, and related institutions. Priorities include the repair, renewal, replacement, or acquisition of church organs; training and development for organists and choirs; and initiatives that elevate liturgical music quality. Grants support capital and project costs with high-impact outcomes. All work must take place within England, Wales, or Scotland and serve the Anglican communion.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are exclusively UK-registered Anglican charities operating in England, Wales, or Scotland, typically small to medium-sized parishes. Diocesan organisations and related Anglican institutions may also apply. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; prospective beneficiaries should seek referrals via advisory agencies to express interest.
What Pilling Trust Fund doesn't fund
The Trust excludes individuals, core costs, and unrestricted activities. It does not fund secular music projects, non-Anglican groups, or activities outside England, Wales, and Scotland. This specialist focus ensures resources are directed solely toward safeguarding Anglican organ heritage and musical personnel development.
How they like to fund
The Trust supports capital and project costs, typically for specific initiatives rather than ongoing operations. It does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, it works through referrals from advisory agencies. Grants are awarded on a case-by-case basis, reflecting the Trust's tailored approach to enhancing Anglican church music.
How much does Pilling Trust Fund 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.
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How to apply to Pilling Trust Fund
Pilling Trust Fund 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Pilling Trust Fund provide?
Pilling Trust Fund typically provides grants of £5,000 - £25,000.
Where does Pilling Trust Fund fund charities?
Pilling Trust Fund funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Pilling Trust Fund accept unsolicited applications?
Pilling Trust Fund does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Pilling Trust Fund?
Pilling Trust Fund 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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