Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust

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Typical grants: £500 – £2,500
Applications: Existing partners only
Decisions: Rolling (no fixed deadline)

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About Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust

The Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust, established in 2006 upon the regiment's formation, continues a longstanding tradition of regimental care. It exists to alleviate hardship among serving members, veterans, reservists from the Royal Yorkshire Regiment and its antecedent units, as well as their immediate families and dependants. Rooted in values of loyalty, duty, mutual support, dignity, and lifelong regard for national service, the Trust provides grants and practical aid to those facing sickness, injury, financial distress, destitution, or family crises. Distinctively regimental rather than generalist, the Trust focuses on discreet, collaborative interventions that uphold wellbeing and independence for the regimental family. It works in partnership with organisations such as SSAFA, the Royal British Legion, and ABF Soldiers’ Charity to deliver holistic support.

What Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust funds

The Trust funds emergency relief and practical support for individuals facing poverty, health difficulties, and family crises. Priority areas include help with priority debts, essential home repairs, rent or relocation costs, mobility aids, urgent clothing, carpets, and food vouchers. Support is also available for those dealing with sickness, injury, financial distress, destitution, or family emergencies. The Trust's funding reaches beneficiaries UK-wide and overseas, wherever they are located. They work alongside partner organisations to ensure comprehensive aid for each case, addressing the root causes of hardship within the regimental community.

Who can apply

The Trust supports individuals who have a direct regimental affiliation with the Royal Yorkshire Regiment or its antecedent units. This includes serving members, veterans, reservists, and their immediate families and dependants. Beneficiaries must demonstrate this connection to qualify. The Trust prioritises those facing hardship due to sickness, injury, financial crisis, or family emergencies. There is no religious restriction; support is based solely on need and regimental ties. Referrals are coordinated through partner organisations such as SSAFA, the Royal British Legion, and ABF Soldiers’ Charity.

What Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust doesn't fund

The Trust does not fund organisations, core costs, capital projects, or unrestricted grants. It only supports individuals with a direct regimental affiliation; cases without such a link are not considered. They also do not provide general charitable funding outside the scope of emergency relief and practical aid for the regimental family.

How they like to fund

The Trust funds through a partnership model, working with SSAFA, the Royal British Legion, and ABF Soldiers’ Charity. They do not accept unsolicited approaches from charities; instead, eligible individuals are identified and referred through these partner organisations. Grants are provided for specific needs such as debts, home repairs, or mobility aids, typically as direct payments to suppliers rather than cash. The Trust's interventions are discreet and collaborative, aiming to restore dignity and independence.

How much does Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust give?

£500 – £2,500

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Focus areas

Poverty & hardshipHealth

How to apply to Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust

Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.

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Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust provide?

Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust typically provides grants of £500 - £2,500.

Where does Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust fund charities?

Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust accept unsolicited applications?

Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust?

Royal Yorkshire Regiment Benevolent Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.