R and S Cohen Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £100,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout R and S Cohen Foundation
The R and S Cohen Foundation is a UK-registered charitable trust established in 1999 by Sir Ronald Cohen and Lady Sharon Cohen. Rooted in philanthropy, inclusivity, and public benefit, it emphasises strategic grant-making for long-term impact and systemic change, reflecting Sir Ronald Cohen's pioneering vision in social impact investment. The foundation upholds high standards of probity with robust ethical governance, including risk management and safeguarding policies. Its funding character is flexible and responsive, supporting initiatives that create enduring public benefit across the UK.
What R and S Cohen Foundation funds
The foundation funds initiatives that widen educational access and achievement, projects aiding those in poverty, crisis, or social exclusion, and arts programmes that enhance public engagement and creative expression. Support is flexible, covering outreach, exhibitions, core costs, unrestricted grants, and capital projects. The foundation operates across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, backing both small local groups and large national bodies that demonstrate enduring public benefit.
Who can apply
UK-registered charities and organisations operating across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are eligible. The foundation supports a wide range of beneficiaries, including vulnerable individuals, communities facing financial or social difficulties, students, artists, and organisations such as museums and welfare charities. There are no religious restrictions, and the foundation backs both small local groups and large national bodies that demonstrate enduring public benefit.
What R and S Cohen Foundation doesn't fund
The foundation does not fund statutory bodies, non-charitable activities, endowments, or lobbying. It concentrates solely on its core objects of advancing education, relieving hardship, and promoting the arts.
How they like to fund
The foundation offers flexible funding including core costs, unrestricted grants, and capital projects. It works by invitation only, reaching out through its networks rather than accepting unsolicited applications. Support is tailored to the needs of the organisation and the project, with an emphasis on long-term impact.
How much does R and S Cohen Foundation 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 R and S Cohen Foundation
R and S Cohen Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does R and S Cohen Foundation provide?
R and S Cohen Foundation typically provides grants of £5,000 - £100,000.
Where does R and S Cohen Foundation fund charities?
R and S Cohen Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does R and S Cohen Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
R and S Cohen Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from R and S Cohen Foundation?
R and S Cohen Foundation 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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