S and Y Charitable Trust
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout S and Y Charitable Trust
The S and Y Charitable Trust, established in 1996, is a family-run grant-making trust operating across England and Wales. Its mission is to support general charitable purposes, with a particular focus on education (including training) and religious activities. The Trust operates with a low-profile, invitation-only approach, awarding grants at the trustees’ discretion rather than through open calls. It prioritises children and young people, elderly individuals, and people of particular ethnic or racial origins. The Trust values a direct relationship with applicants and has no published strategy or theory of change, reflecting a traditional, flexible funding style.
What S and Y Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds educational initiatives, training programmes, religious activities, and broader charitable work across England and Wales. Grants may support projects or core costs, allowing charities flexibility in how they use the funding. The Trust’s focus areas include youth, education, elderly, faith, and ethnic minorities, as reflected in its priorities. It supports work that benefits children and young people, elderly individuals, and people of particular ethnic or racial origins. There are no geographic restrictions beyond operating in England and Wales, and the Trust does not specify particular themes or types of activity beyond its general charitable objects.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities. There are no income thresholds or geographic base requirements, provided the charity operates in England or Wales. The Trust prioritises charities working with children and young people, elderly individuals, and people of particular ethnic or racial origins. It does not have a published set of eligibility criteria beyond alignment with its charitable objects. Because the Trust operates by invitation only, charities that can build a direct relationship with the trustees may be best placed to receive support.
How they like to fund
The Trust awards grants at the trustees’ discretion and does not accept unsolicited applications. It operates by invitation only, reflecting a low-profile, relationship-based approach. Grants may be used for projects or core costs. The Trust has no published application process.
How much does S and Y Charitable Trust give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches S and Y Charitable Trust’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to S and Y Charitable Trust
S and Y Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does S and Y Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact S and Y Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does S and Y Charitable Trust fund charities?
S and Y Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does S and Y Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
S and Y Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from S and Y Charitable Trust?
S and Y 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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