The Schroder Charity Trust is an independent grant-making family trust which supports charitable activities.

Who can apply

Following a strategic review of the Schroder Charity Trust’s grant-making programme, we are only considering applications for work under the following two objectives:

Objective (1): Enabling children and young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds to thrive and achieve their potential in education and employment.

Objective (2): Strengthening communities through services and opportunities which enhance the wellbeing and life outcomes of vulnerable and disadvantaged people.

A full list of funding priorities and criteria can be found in the FAQs.

Funds available

The Schroder Charity Trust typically makes grants of up to £5,000. We fund both core costs and project (restricted) costs. Grants are for a one-year period and not over multiple years.

Deadline date: Monday 20 October 2025