Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £5,000
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Email application
- Decisions
- Quarterly
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blacksmithscompany.co.ukAbout Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust
The Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust is the charitable arm of one of London's historic livery companies, dedicated to advancing the craft of blacksmithing across the United Kingdom. Its mission is to preserve and promote the skills, traditions, and artistry of blacksmithing through grants that support training, education, and community projects. The Trust values a clear connection to the craft and favours smaller, niche-focused initiatives over broad appeals.
What Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds arts and culture, children and youth, armed forces, and disability causes, as well as education and skills through the Blacksmiths Shrieval Journeyman Awards. It supports project delivery, core costs, and training, with grants available for smaller charities and individual blacksmiths pursuing further studies. Funding is focused on the United Kingdom, with the Journeyman Awards specifically for blacksmiths in the UK.
Who can apply
Registered charities and community groups can apply for grants from the Trust. Individual blacksmiths are also eligible through the Blacksmiths Shrieval Journeyman Awards. The Trust prioritises smaller charities that have researched its focus and aims to support organisations with a strong connection to the craft. Beneficiaries include children, young people, ex-service personnel, and disabled individuals.
What Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund individuals outside the blacksmithing field. Larger charities and organisations without a clear link to blacksmithing or the Trust's priorities are less likely to be considered.
How they like to fund
Grants are provided for project delivery, core costs, and training. The Trust welcomes unsolicited applications and values those that demonstrate a clear alignment with its mission to preserve and promote blacksmithing.
How much does Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust give?
Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust runs 2 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 12 sourced facts
- Apply by letter
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What Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust funds — and what they won't
Applications for grants are more likely to be considered if the applicant has properly researched our Charitable Trust and are from smaller charities.
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How to apply to Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust
Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust takes applications via email application.
- Published programme route: apply by letter.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
What Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust's application asks
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How it works
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust provide?
Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust runs 2 grant programmes — Blacksmiths Shrieval Journeyman Awards: Up to £15,000.
Where does Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust fund charities?
Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust 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 Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust?
Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths Charitable Trust takes applications via email application. Published programme route: apply by letter.
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