Scott (Eredine) Charitable Trust

The Scott (Eredine) Charitable Trust is an endowed grant-making charity established in 1990, dedicated to supporting charitable purposes in England and Wales as directed by the settlor or determined by trustees, in alignment with public benefit requirements. With a vision of providing sustained, investment-generated support to enable positive change across diverse beneficiary groups, its core values emphasize responsiveness, flexible funding, and trustee-led stewardship to maximize impact amid evolving societal needs. Distinctive for its generalist remit and personal, relational grant-making style—eschewing formal portals or guidelines—the trust prioritizes established charities with proven impact and robust governance.

It funds practical interventions for disadvantaged groups, with emerging priorities including wellbeing and efficiency for armed forces, emergency services, and veterans (e.g., homelessness support via Stoll); opportunities for people with disabilities; rural and agricultural initiatives; youth development (e.g., Girlguiding, Outward Bound); and environmental conservation (e.g., Plantlife, Barn Owl Trust, Brooke equine welfare). Grants cover project delivery, core costs, ongoing services, capacity building, and occasionally capital items, reflecting trustee interests in health, disability, youth, veterans, and environment.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities operating exclusively in England and Wales, with a preference for small to medium-sized organizations (annual incomes £100,000–£5 million) demonstrating track records. Typical grants range from £1,000 to £30,000 (averaging £10,000–£25,000), with flexibility for larger awards. Applications are by post via a detailed letter including charitable status, accounts, and impact evidence; decisions are rolling on a case-by-case basis with no deadlines. The trust avoids funding outside England and Wales or unproven entities, standing out for its pragmatic, discretionary approach and reliable support to high-impact causes.