Bdo Charitable Trust

The BDO Charitable Trust, registered charity number 278589 (formerly BDO Stoy Hayward and Stoy Hayward Charitable Trusts), is a generalist grant-making body established by senior trustees from BDO LLP, an accountancy firm. Its core mission is to deploy income and capital exclusively for charitable purposes at the absolute discretion of its five unremunerated trustees, embracing a broad philanthropic ethos without fixed thematic priorities. Governed by UK charity law with robust financial controls, the Trust prioritizes pragmatic, flexible support to deliver public benefit, distinguishing itself through trustee-led responsiveness to diverse social needs rather than rigid agendas.

It funds a wide array of causes, including animal welfare, dementia care, healthcare and research, hospices, housing, support for women, general charitable purposes, and occasional overseas initiatives. Grants support both individuals and UK-registered charities of any size—from grassroots to larger entities—covering project work, core costs, capital, revenue, and operating needs, with no preferred categories or consistent focus.

Eligible applicants are any UK-registered charity, with no income thresholds, geographic restrictions within the UK (England and Wales primary, but nationwide), or other special criteria; overseas bodies and individuals may also qualify occasionally. Unsolicited applications are welcomed via a simple letter by post to the registered address, accepted on a rolling basis with no deadlines, online portal, forms, or specified decision timelines—trustees review as submitted. Typical grants range from small amounts up to £1,000, with rare larger awards to £10,000; no formal exclusions beyond non-charitable uses, emphasizing broad accessibility and discretion.