Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust
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- Typical grants
- £1,000 – £50,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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gefferysfields.orgAbout Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust
Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust was established by the 1704 bequest of Sir Robert Geffery, former Lord Mayor of London. Governed by the Ironmongers' Trust Company under The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers, the Trust upholds values of respect, dignity, benevolence, and long-term welfare. It provides high-quality sheltered accommodation and support for older people facing economic hardship, primarily through Geffery's Fields in Basingstoke, Hampshire. The Trust also funds project-specific grants for disadvantaged children and young people, with a focus on ironmongery heritage, metalwork education, and activities that enhance opportunities for youth. This dual focus on specialist almshouse management and ironmongery-linked education makes the Trust distinctive. Grants are discretionary and allocated to preselected organisations, reflecting a mission-aligned approach to funding.
What Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust funds
The Trust supports two main areas. For elderly beneficiaries, it funds high-quality sheltered accommodation and support services for older people facing economic hardship, specifically in Hampshire through Geffery's Fields in Basingstoke. This includes housing-related capital improvements, resident services, and refurbishments. For children and young people, the Trust awards project-specific grants for disadvantaged youth, prioritising ironmongery heritage, metalwork education, and activities that enhance opportunities. These grants are available to UK-based schools, educational bodies, and heritage groups. The Trust's funding is directed towards well-being, stability, educational access, and heritage engagement, with a clear thematic focus on elderly welfare and ironmongery-linked education.
Who can apply
Eligible organisations are UK-registered charities and academic institutions. The Trust primarily funds preselected organisations that align with its thematic interests in elderly welfare, education, and heritage. Beneficiaries include older people needing supported living in Hampshire, and disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. There is no religious restriction on applicants. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications, so organisations must be approached by trustees to be considered for funding.
What Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust doesn't fund
The Trust excludes unrelated projects that do not fit its dual focus on elderly housing and ironmongery-linked education. It does not provide unrestricted funding or support non-UK entities. Additionally, unsolicited applications are not accepted, so organisations cannot apply directly.
How they like to fund
Grants are discretionary and project-specific, awarded to preselected organisations identified by trustees. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications, and funding is allocated through a closed process. The style reflects a mission-aligned, hands-on approach, with trustees selecting partners that match the Trust's values and thematic priorities.
How much does Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust give?
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How to apply to Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust
Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust provide?
Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust typically provides grants of £1,000 - £50,000.
Where does Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust fund charities?
Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse Trust?
Sir Robert Geffery's Almshouse 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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