Vivienne and Samuel Cohen Charitable Trust

The Trust funds charitable activities that relieve poverty, sickness, and hardship, with particular emphasis on health, mental health, education, welfare, arts, community support, and therapeutic services. It supports work benefiting vulnerable groups including the aged, sick, and poor, and aims to deliver enduring impact for disadvantaged communities. While the Trust has a historical tilt toward London, it also supports organisations operating across England and Wales, with some potential for work abroad. Grants typically cover core costs, projects, and services for charitable activities. The Trust's flexible approach means it can consider a wide range of charitable objects, but it prioritises established charities with a proven track record of substantive impact.

The Trust funds UK-registered charities and community groups. It favours small to medium-sized organisations with a proven track record of substantive impact. There are no strict income thresholds, but the Trust looks for established entities with responsible governance. Beneficiary groups prioritised include the aged, sick, poor, and other vulnerable people. The Trust has no religious restriction. It operates across England and Wales, with some potential for work abroad. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, trustees identify potential partners through their networks.

The Trust does not fund direct individual support or capital campaigns. It also does not accept unsolicited applications; charities cannot apply directly and must be identified by the trustees. The Trust does not support organisations that lack a proven track record or responsible governance.

The Trust works by invitation only; trustees proactively identify charitable partners through their networks. Grants typically cover core costs, projects, and services for charitable activities. The Trust seeks partners aligned with responsible governance and community benefit.