The Noel Buxton Trust is a small, independent UK grant-maker focused on practical, frontline work that improves the lives of marginalized people in Africa and Britain. In Africa, it supports community-based livelihood projects—especially those benefiting women and young people—while in the UK it funds charities working with prisoners, former offenders, and families affected by domestic abuse, child welfare, and family justice. Its giving tends to favor experienced, direct-service organizations with clear local impact and an emphasis on dignity, rehabilitation, and sustainable economic opportunity.
Small, targeted grants through invitation-only programs; typically one-off awards of around £3,000 to £10,000, with some multi-year support for penal work and occasional core-cost funding. The Trust appears to prefer established charities and community groups with direct, practical delivery and strong on-the-ground experience.
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Most programs are invite-only, so unsolicited applications may not be accepted. Organizations best positioned to be considered are experienced charities with direct-service models, clear beneficiary impact, and relevant UK or Africa geography; if approached, highlight practical outcomes, local partnerships, and any work with women, young people, prisoners, or families affected by abuse or justice involvement.
Current and upcoming funding from The Noel Buxton Trust that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Registered charities only; must work in Great Britain; preference for small organisations; does not fund large campaigning organisations, work to prevent young people becoming involved with crime, or CICs.
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