Apply for a Grant

Step-by-step guidance on our application process

How to Apply

The Lambury Charitable Trust considers applications from both individuals and organisations. Our grants are discretionary and made within our focus areas of overseas relief, education, and religious activities.

Before applying, please review our What We Fund page to understand the types of projects we support.

Application Process Overview

  1. Check Eligibility: Use the eligibility checker below to see if your project aligns with our typical funding criteria.
  2. Prepare Your Enquiry: Gather information about your project, including a brief description, need, budget, and other funding sources.
  3. Submit Enquiry: Complete the enquiry form below. We'll review your submission and may request additional information.
  4. Trustee Review: Applications are reviewed by the trustees, who meet periodically to make funding decisions.
  5. Decision: We will notify you of the trustees' decision. Please note that we receive many more applications than we can fund.

Important: There is no guarantee of funding, and all grants are made at the absolute discretion of the trustees. We have limited funds and cannot support all worthy applications.

Eligibility Checker

This tool provides guidance only – it does not guarantee funding

1. Are you applying as an individual or an organisation?



2. Is your work/need charitable in nature?


3. Does your project relate to one of our focus areas?





4. Are you able to provide basic information about your needs/project and budget?


Grant Enquiry Form

Complete this form to submit your grant enquiry

Data Protection: The information you provide will be used solely for the purpose of assessing your grant application. We will not share your details with third parties without your consent, except as required by law. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

What Happens Next?

After you submit your enquiry:

  1. Confirmation: You will receive an automatic confirmation that we have received your enquiry.
  2. Initial Review: We will review your enquiry to ensure it falls within our charitable objects and focus areas.
  3. Additional Information: We may contact you for more information or clarification.
  4. Trustee Consideration: Eligible applications are presented to the trustees at their next meeting.
  5. Decision: We will notify you of the trustees' decision. Due to the volume of enquiries, this process may take several weeks.

Please note: We are unable to provide detailed feedback on unsuccessful applications due to the volume of enquiries we receive.