Rose Paterson Trust
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- Typical grants
- £5,000 – £20,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
- Decisions
- Once per year
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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rosepatersontrust.comAbout Rose Paterson Trust
The Rose Paterson Trust was established in 2020 by the family of Rose Paterson following her tragic suicide, transforming personal grief into a mission to combat the suicide epidemic. Rooted in compassion and hope, the Trust prioritises small, innovative charities delivering practical suicide prevention and mental health initiatives. They favour unrestricted funding that strengthens frontline organisations and individuals at risk, emphasising life-saving impact over administrative overhead. The Trust is family-led, with a lived-experience ethos and an unwavering suicide-specific focus, filling gaps for effective, passionate small charities driving enduring change.
What Rose Paterson Trust funds
The Trust funds core operational costs, direct service delivery, and innovative projects that reduce suicide risk and generate hope. Their focus is on evidence-based, community-level interventions such as training, outreach, and crisis support for vulnerable communities. They target grassroots UK-based groups underserved by larger funders, predominantly supporting England and Wales, alongside a UK-wide remit for suicide prevention. The Trust does not fund broad awareness campaigns, instead prioritising practical, life-saving work.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities based in the UK, with a strong preference for small organisations demonstrating proven impact. The Trust targets grassroots groups underserved by larger funders; larger national entities are rarely funded. No strict income thresholds apply, but the Trust prioritises charities delivering practical suicide prevention and mental health initiatives. Applications are strictly invitation-only, identified by trustees.
What Rose Paterson Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund one-off events, academic research, fundraising, marketing, media development, or indirect activities. They also exclude broad awareness campaigns, instead focusing on practical, evidence-based interventions that directly reduce suicide risk and generate hope.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides unrestricted funding for core operational costs, direct service delivery, and innovative projects. They favour multi-year support to strengthen frontline organisations. Funding is by invitation only, with trustees identifying potential grantees; unsolicited applications are not accepted.
How much does Rose Paterson 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.
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How to apply to Rose Paterson Trust
Rose Paterson Trust 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 once per year.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Rose Paterson Trust provide?
Rose Paterson Trust typically provides grants of £5,000 - £20,000.
Where does Rose Paterson Trust fund charities?
Rose Paterson Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Rose Paterson Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Rose Paterson Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Rose Paterson Trust?
Rose Paterson 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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