Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund
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- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Online form
- Decisions
- Quarterly
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sebf.org.ukAbout Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund
The Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund (SEBF), established in 1801 as the Society for the Relief of Decayed Members and renamed in 1877, is one of the UK's oldest occupational benevolent funds. Governed by trustees and a committee with deep financial sector expertise, the Trust embodies values of compassion, prudence, welfare, and community solidarity. Its mission is to provide discreet financial relief to former members of the London Stock Exchange and their dependants facing hardship. SEBF funds personal relief needs such as living expenses, care costs, health-related support, and crisis aid, delivered through one-off payments, short-term grants, or ongoing assistance reviewed case-by-case. Distinctive for its narrow, legacy-focused remit, SEBF avoids broader grantmaking, organisational funding, or projects. It offers confidential, dignified aid that sets it apart from generalist funders, ideal for referrals aligning with LSE distress support.
What Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund funds
SEBF supports individuals facing hardship due to financial distress, ill health, bereavement, disability, age, or other adversities. Funding covers personal relief needs including living expenses, care costs, health-related support, and crisis aid. The fund provides one-off payments, short-term grants, or ongoing assistance, tailored to each case. There is no geographic limit beyond the occupational link, though priority is given to those in England. The fund's reach is UK-wide, focusing on the LSE community.
Who can apply
Beneficiaries are strictly individuals—former members of the London Stock Exchange, retirees, or their immediate families. A verifiable LSE connection is required. Organisations, charities, and those without this tie are ineligible. No income thresholds, religious restrictions, or entity types apply—only individuals qualify. The fund prioritises those in England but accepts applications from across the UK.
What Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund doesn't fund
SEBF does not fund organisations, charities, projects, or broader grantmaking. It only supports individuals with a direct LSE connection. Those without a verifiable link to the London Stock Exchange are ineligible.
How they like to fund
SEBF provides one-off payments, short-term grants, or ongoing assistance, reviewed case-by-case. Funding is tailored to individual need. The fund welcomes unsolicited applications from eligible individuals.
How much does Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund give?
Published grant sizes vary. A free fit check matches Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund’s current criteria to your charity — so you know if it’s worth applying.
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How to apply to Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund
Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund takes applications via online form.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund directly for current funding levels.
Where does Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund fund charities?
Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund accept unsolicited applications?
Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund?
Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund takes applications via online form. Decisions are typically quarterly.
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