Roger Raymond Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £200,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Roger Raymond Charitable Trust
The Roger Raymond Charitable Trust was established in 1971 by Old Bloxhamist Roger Raymond. It is a discreet grantmaking trust dedicated to advancing education, health, environmental protection, and relief of need through strategic support for UK-registered charities. Rooted in the founder's vision of fostering social mobility, the Trust prioritises means-tested scholarships for academically promising but financially disadvantaged youth, alongside broader initiatives in health, conservation, heritage, and welfare. Its values emphasise sustainability, stewardship of endowment income, and long-term impact via multi-year, unrestricted core funding, directed by a small board of trustees in a closed, relationship-driven process. The Trust is known for its quiet, legacy-focused approach, eschewing open calls for personalised, high-impact commitments. This traditional family trust differentiates itself through deep educational ties and a commitment to preserving capital for enduring public benefit.
What Roger Raymond Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds education and training, with a particular focus on youth opportunity programmes, including means-tested scholarships for academically promising but financially disadvantaged young people. It also supports health and lifesaving efforts, environmental causes, and general charitable purposes, including conservation, heritage, and welfare. Funding is directed across England and Wales, targeting young people, health-challenged communities, and established institutions. The Trust favours medium to large charities with proven track records, such as schools and prominent voluntary organisations, over small grassroots groups. Its support is characterised by multi-year, unrestricted core funding, reflecting a commitment to long-term impact and sustainability.
Who can apply
Eligibility is limited to UK-registered charities based in the UK. The Trust prioritises organisations working with young people, health-challenged communities, and established institutions. It favours medium to large charities with proven track records, such as schools and prominent voluntary organisations, over small grassroots groups. The Trust prefers charities with pre-existing trustee connections and does not accept unsolicited applications. There is no religious restriction on applicants.
What Roger Raymond Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications and prefers charities with pre-existing trustee connections. It tends to favour medium to large charities with proven track records, so small grassroots groups are less likely to receive support. No other specific exclusions are stated.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides multi-year, unrestricted core funding, reflecting a commitment to long-term impact and sustainability. It operates through a closed, relationship-driven process, directed by a small board of trustees. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications and prefers charities with pre-existing trustee connections, working by invitation rather than open calls.
How much does Roger Raymond Charitable Trust give?
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How to apply to Roger Raymond Charitable Trust
Roger Raymond Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Roger Raymond Charitable Trust provide?
Roger Raymond Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £10,000 - £200,000.
Where does Roger Raymond Charitable Trust fund charities?
Roger Raymond Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Roger Raymond Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Roger Raymond Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Roger Raymond Charitable Trust?
Roger Raymond Charitable Trust 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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