Established in 1946, the Schroder Charity Trust has recently undertaken a review and now offers grants up to £5,000 that meet the following 2 objectives:
Enabling children and young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds to thrive and achieve their potential in education and employment.
- Enhancing early years school readiness for children in vulnerable families
- Developing reading and literacy skills
- Enhancing financial literacy
- Helping young people pursue vocational careers and apprenticeships
- Enhancing employment outcomes for young offenders (aged 18-25)
- Providing tutoring to develop attainment at primary and secondary school
Strengthening communities through services and opportunities which enhance the wellbeing and life outcomes of vulnerable and disadvantaged people.
- Providing services and advice to help people out of financial hardship and material poverty
- Enhancing life outcomes for children in the care system
- Reducing social isolation and maximising independence for older people
- Building confidence, resilience, life skills and wellbeing through youthwork
- Supporting the homeless and those at risk of homelessness into sustainable housing
Application windows will be open twice each year and will be published at the end of the previous year on the Schroder Charity Website. The trust funds both core costs and project (restricted) costs. Grants are for a one-year period and not over multiple years.
There is additional detailed information about exclusions and other frequently asked questions on the website. Application is via an online eligibility check and application form.











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