Lili Tapper Charitable Foundation

The Lili Tapper Charitable Foundation, established in 1974, is a family-run UK grant-maker stewarded by trustees Dr Jonathan Webber and Michael Webber, with no paid staff or remuneration, embodying prudent management and low-overhead efficiency. Its core mission is to advance exclusively charitable purposes, guided by a flexible, discretionary ethos that prioritizes responsive support for vulnerable groups without rigid strategic frameworks. Distinctive for its stability and continuity, the Foundation favors causes benefiting children and young people, older adults, people with disabilities, education and training, arts and culture, and Jewish initiatives, while also backing social welfare, wellbeing enhancement, cultural engagement, and occasional animal welfare—always emphasizing public benefit and impact on at-risk communities.

It funds project activities and core charitable work for UK-registered charities, including both restricted and unrestricted grants, with a preference for smaller and medium-sized organizations serving vulnerable populations that struggle for funding. There are no strict income thresholds, though it supports entities of varying sizes; geographic focus is primarily UK-based operations, with rare international extensions if objectives align.

Unsolicited applications are welcomed via written letter to the postal address (no online form), including details on activities, beneficiaries, and projects, plus recent accounts if available. Decisions occur on a rolling basis at trustees' discretion, with no deadlines or published meeting schedules. Typical grants range from £1,000 to £10,000, occasionally larger for highly aligned projects. Exclusions include non-UK registered entities and non-charitable purposes; it stands out for its low-bureaucracy process, sensitivity to underserved causes, and enduring commitment to education, disability support, and elderly wellbeing.