Schapira Charitable Trust
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Schapira Charitable Trust
The Schapira Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity that primarily supports Jewish religious institutions, while also advancing health and education causes. Governed by its trustees, the Trust emphasises community cohesion, faith sustenance, and social welfare. Its funding approach relies on trustee discretion rather than formal strategies, enabling impactful support for organisations that align closely with its themes. The Trust prioritises sustaining Jewish religious practices and facilities, alongside health initiatives such as medical welfare, disability, and mental health, and education including schools, training, and access. It funds projects, core costs, and general purposes for charities and voluntary bodies across England and Wales, supporting organisations of various sizes. Distinctively, the Trust combines a strong focus on Jewish community leadership with openness to wider health and education causes.
What Schapira Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds causes within three main areas: faith, health, and education. In faith, it supports Jewish religious institutions, practices, and facilities. Health initiatives include medical welfare, disability support, and mental health services. Education covers schools, training, and access to learning. The Trust funds projects, core costs, and general purposes for organisations across England and Wales, with no regional sub-restrictions. It supports organisations of various sizes, focusing on those demonstrating strong alignment with its themes and societal needs.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities or community groups based in England or Wales. The Trust prioritises organisations that align closely with its themes of Jewish faith, health, and education. There are no income thresholds or restrictions on organisation size. The Trust does not fund individuals or non-UK entities. Unsolicited applications are not accepted; the Trust's funding is directed at the trustees' discretion.
What Schapira Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund individuals or non-UK entities. It also does not accept unsolicited applications, as its funding approach relies on trustee discretion rather than open rounds or competitive processes.
How they like to fund
The Trust funds projects, core costs, and general purposes. Its funding approach relies on trustee discretion rather than formal strategies, and unsolicited applications are not accepted. The Trust supports organisations of various sizes, focusing on those demonstrating strong alignment with its themes.
How much does Schapira Charitable Trust give?
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How to apply to Schapira Charitable Trust
Schapira Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Schapira Charitable Trust provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Schapira Charitable Trust directly for current funding levels.
Where does Schapira Charitable Trust fund charities?
Schapira Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Schapira Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Schapira Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Schapira Charitable Trust?
Schapira 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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