The Aurelius Charitable Trust supports charitable organisations across England and Wales that are working to preserve cultural heritage and promote knowledge, particularly within the humanities.
The Trust is interested in projects that help conserve culture inherited from the past and improve public understanding of subjects such as history, heritage, literature, philosophy, archaeology, archives and museums.
Who can apply
- Funding is available to charitable organisations in England and Wales.
- There is no published indication that CICs are eligible, so registered charities are likely to be the best fit.
What you can get
- There is no fixed maximum grant amount.
- Previous awards have generally ranged between £1,000 and £10,000.
- The Trust does not fund administration, operational or core running costs.
Deadline
Applications can be submitted at any time.
Trustees meet twice each year to consider applications.
Key notes
- Applications should be made in writing and include details of your organisation, the project, costs and expected outcomes.
- The Trust favours clear, well-defined projects that closely match its charitable objectives.
- Projects focused on heritage conservation, archives, museums, local history, cultural preservation, research, education and public engagement are likely to be a strong fit.
Find out more and apply
Visit the Charity Commission website and search for The Aurelius Charitable Trust, charity number 271333.