Application Deadline:
04 February 2026
About Organisation
The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust (EKCT) is a UK-based philanthropic organisation committed to supporting charities that address pressing social, health, and environmental challenges. With a long-standing focus on creating meaningful and sustainable impact, the Trust prioritises work that improves quality of life for vulnerable and underserved communities. EKCT places particular emphasis on Sussex-based beneficiaries while also supporting selected national and international initiatives. Through strategic grant-making and long-term relationships with charities, the Trust seeks to strengthen community welfare, promote inclusion, protect the environment, and support initiatives that deliver measurable, lasting change.
About the Grant
The Medium Grant Program of the Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust provides financial support to charities delivering impactful projects in social care, health services, and environmental conservation. Grants are designed to strengthen service delivery, expand outreach, and address clearly defined community needs. While most funding supports projects benefiting Sussex communities, the program also considers wildlife conservation and international reproductive health initiatives with environmental impact. The grants enable organisations to respond effectively to issues such as youth wellbeing, elderly care, disability inclusion, community deprivation, and environmental protection through structured, outcome-focused interventions.
Who can Apply?
Applications are open to charities registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Office of the Scottish Charity Register. Eligible organisations must demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s priority areas, including youth support, older people, disability services, community welfare, hospice care, and environmental initiatives. Most projects should benefit Sussex-based communities, though selected categories such as wildlife conservation and international reproductive health projects may operate beyond Sussex. Applicants must show clear social or environmental impact, sound governance, and the capacity to manage grant funding responsibly.
How to Apply?
Eligible charities must submit an online application during one of the Trust’s scheduled application rounds. Applicants should clearly outline their project objectives, target beneficiaries, planned activities, budget, and expected outcomes. Supporting information demonstrating organisational capacity and impact should be included. Applications are reviewed by trustees, and decisions are typically communicated within the stated review period.
Application Deadline
Applications for the Medium Grant Program must be submitted during the designated application window, with the current deadline falling on 04 February 2026 for this funding round.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
