Duchy of Lancaster Jubilee Trust

The Duchy of Lancaster Jubilee Trust, established in 2001 under the authority of the Duchy of Lancaster, is a UK-registered charity dedicated to benefiting communities in areas linked to the Duchy's historic land holdings, particularly the County Palatine. Its core mission centers on preserving architectural heritage and advancing the Christian faith, embodying values of stewardship, community enrichment, and public benefit through rigorous governance overseen by trustees and reported to the Charity Commission. Distinctively tied to royal heritage, the Trust prioritizes projects on or near Duchy estates, fostering local pride and sustainability.

It funds capital projects for restoring historic buildings, monuments, and chapels of architectural significance, alongside faith-based initiatives like support for the Queen's Chapel of the Savoy and clergy in the Duke of Lancaster’s gift. Beneficiaries include local charities, faith communities, and heritage groups delivering community engagement, preservation, and services that enhance public access to Duchy-linked assets.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities with strong ties to Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, or other Duchy-connected regions; small to medium-sized local organizations are preferred, with no strict income thresholds but emphasis on grassroots impact. Grants typically range from £1,000 to £5,000, awarded ad hoc at trustee meetings without fixed deadlines or public application forms—unsolicited approaches are invite-only, best directed to the Secretary for pre-identified projects.

The Trust excludes core costs, salaries, unrestricted funding, or initiatives unrelated to heritage preservation or Christian faith advancement, as well as those outside its geographic remit. This Crown-linked focus sets it apart as a niche funder for heritage stewards and faith groups in Duchy heartlands, emphasizing accountable, tangible local legacy.