Maurice and Hilda Laing Charitable Trust grants
Maurice and Hilda Laing Charitable Trust supports UK organisations, primarily those inspired by Christian faith, helping disadvantaged people, with grants typically £5,000 to £25,000.
Guidance last checked 16 July 2026· from the funder’s own website
Overview
Maurice and Hilda Laing Charitable Trust supports organisations, primarily those inspired by Christian faith, offering practical support to people in the UK who are disadvantaged, vulnerable and/or socially isolated. Its second stated aim is to advance Christian faith and values, with an emphasis on making the Christian message accessible to all through innovative 'fresh expressions' of church and pioneer ministries. In general the Trusts only make grants to charities registered in the UK, or to churches with exempt status. Grants typically range between £5,000 and £25,000, although the trustees have the capacity to make a small number of larger grants each year. It will not pay the core running costs of local organisations, such as rent, utilities and salaries, and does not fund umbrella, second tier or grant-making organisations.
What they fund
The register records general charitable purposes, religious activities, poverty relief and education and training. The trust's own priorities are practical support for disadvantaged people in the UK and the advancement of Christian faith and values.
Who and where
The register lists England and Wales, with children and young people and other charities and voluntary bodies among the beneficiaries. The trust says it generally funds UK-registered charities or churches with exempt status.
Who they help
Where they fund
What Maurice and Hilda Laing Charitable Trust says in its own guidance
Quoted directly from the funder’s own website, with a link to the page each quote came from. Always the most current word is theirs — check the source before you apply.
What they say they're looking for
“To support organisations, primarily those inspired by Christian faith, offering practical support to those in the U.K. who are disadvantaged, vulnerable and / or socially isolated”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust | Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust →
“To advance Christian faith and values, with an emphasis on: making the Christian message accessible to all through innovative 'fresh expressions' of church and pioneer ministries”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust | Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust →
What they say they won't fund
“Core running costs of local organisations (rent, utilities, salaries etc)”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — What we don't fund | Exclusions →
“In general the Trusts only make grants to charities registered in the UK or to churches with exempt status.”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — What we don't fund | Exclusions →
“Umbrella, second tier or grant-making organisations”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — What we don't fund | Exclusions →
Grant sizes they mention
“Grants typically range between £5,000 and £25,000, although the Trustees have the capacity to make a small number of larger grants each year.”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust | Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust →
How they say to apply
“There is no pro-forma application form but we do ask applicants to download and complete an application cover sheet”
Source: laingfamilytrusts.org.uk — How to Apply | How to Apply →
Their charitable objects
As registered with the Charity Commission (their formal purposes):
The advancement of the christian religion in any part of the world. 2. The advancement of religious education in accordance with the doctrines and principles of the christian faith by such means as the trustees think fit. 3. The relief of poverty throughout the world. 4. The protection and preservation of health and…
How to approach them
Start with the official sources — they’re always more current than any directory, including this one.
Common questions
How much does the trust give?
It says grants typically range between £5,000 and £25,000, although the trustees have the capacity to make a small number of larger grants each year. In its most recent published accounts it recorded £1,049,250 in grants to organisations. It does not publish a typical (median) award.
What does it fund?
Practical support for people in the UK who are disadvantaged, vulnerable and/or socially isolated, and the advancement of Christian faith and values, with an emphasis on making the Christian message accessible through innovative 'fresh expressions' of church and pioneer ministries. The Charity Commission register also records poverty relief and education and training.
Who can apply?
In general the Trusts only make grants to charities registered in the UK or to churches with exempt status, and the trust primarily supports organisations inspired by Christian faith.
What won't it fund?
Core running costs of local organisations, such as rent, utilities and salaries. Umbrella, second tier and grant-making organisations are also excluded.
How do I apply?
There is no pro-forma application form, but the trust asks applicants to download and complete an application cover sheet. Check the funder's own website (www.laingfamilytrusts.org.uk) and its Charity Commission entry (charity number 1058109) for current guidance, as processes can change.
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