Aimwell Charitable Trust

The Aimwell Charitable Trust is a grant-making foundation registered in England and Wales (charity number 1039415), established in 1994 to advance general charitable purposes as determined by its trustees. With an all-male board including figures like chair Isaac Kaye, it embodies a highly flexible, discretionary ethos, prioritizing trustee judgment over rigid missions or themes. Operating without staff or property, it draws on investment income and reserves—expending over £1 million annually despite lower income—to support a broad charitable landscape, emphasizing governance, risk management, and impact through prudent, compliant practices.

It funds established UK charities across diverse causes, including health, welfare, education, disability services, and community support, with recipients ranging from national organizations like RNIB to local groups such as North West Police Benevolent Fund. Grants typically cover core costs, unrestricted support, projects, capital, or research, favoring proven-impact entities with strong governance over specific programs.

Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities based in England and Wales, with no income thresholds, religious restrictions, or territorial limits beyond UK focus (often London-heavy). However, it does not accept unsolicited applications; funding arises from trustee-identified opportunities and relationships, with no formal guidelines, forms, or exclusions published.

Grants range from £5,000 to £100,000 (mostly £10,000–£50,000), awarded on a rolling basis via board meetings without deadlines. Its standout traits—generalist remit, opacity in criteria, and relationship-driven selectivity—make it ideal for well-connected charities demonstrating clear charitable merit, rather than open calls.