The Joron Charitable Trust

Charity Number: 1062547

Annual Expenditure: £1.2M
Throughout England And Wales

Contact Info

Phone:020 8908 4655

Email:donations@joroncharitabletrust.com

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Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: £1,208,275 (FY 2023-24)
  • Success Rate: Highly competitive (very few awards made annually)
  • Decision Time: Not specified (rolling applications)
  • Grant Range: £1,000 - £230,000 (historically), typically £5,000-£10,000
  • Geographic Focus: UK (local, national, and international charities)

Contact Details

Address: 26 New Broadway, London W5 2XA

Phone: 020 8908 4655

Email: donations@joroncharitabletrust.com

Alternative Email: info@ravensale.com

Charity Number: 1062547

Note: The Trust does not maintain a website.

Overview

The Joron Charitable Trust was registered in 1997 as a family-based grant-making charity. With charitable expenditure of £1,208,275 in the financial year ending March 2024 and total income of £1,181,071, the Trust supports UK registered charities working locally, nationally, and internationally. The Trust's mission is to make grants for general charitable purposes, with a particular focus on education and medical research, as well as other charities that can demonstrate effective use of funds. The Trust is governed by four trustees and operates through Ravensale Limited. The charity emphasizes supporting organizations that are well-organized and can utilize funds effectively.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

  • General Grants: £1,000 - £230,000 (with most grants in the £5,000-£10,000 range)
  • Application Method: Rolling basis - applications accepted at any time in writing
  • No formal application deadline

Priority Areas

  • Education: Support for educational initiatives and institutions
  • Medical Research: Funding for medical research projects and organizations
  • Other Charitable Purposes: Charities that demonstrate effective use of funds

What They Don't Fund

Information about specific exclusions is not publicly available. Applicants should contact the Trust directly to confirm eligibility.

Governance and Leadership

Trustees

  • Bruce Darrel Grayston Jarvis (Chair)
  • John Anthony Kiernander
  • Juliet Karina Jarvis
  • Sandra Clarissa Jarvis

The Trust operates with four trustees, some of whom receive payments or benefits for services to the charity. The Trust has no employees with total benefits over £60,000 and no trading subsidiaries.

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

  • No formal application process - applications may be made in writing at any time
  • Send written applications to: The Joron Charitable Trust, 26 New Broadway, London W5 2XA
  • Applications accepted on a rolling basis
  • No online portal or application form

Decision Timeline

Decision timelines are not publicly specified. Given the rolling nature of applications, applicants should contact the Trust directly for information about typical processing times.

Success Rates

The Trust makes very few grant awards each year, making this a highly competitive application process. Historical data from 2015 showed 9 grants awarded totaling £308,477. The competitive nature suggests a low success rate, though specific percentages are not published.

Reapplication Policy

Information about reapplication policies for unsuccessful applicants is not publicly available.

Application Success Factors

The Joron Charitable Trust places significant emphasis on supporting charities which it considers are organized to utilize funds in an effective way. This is a key criterion mentioned in multiple sources.

Key Considerations:

  • Demonstrate Effective Use of Funds: The Trust explicitly seeks charities that can show grants will be used effectively. Applications should clearly articulate how funds will be utilized and what outcomes will be achieved.
  • UK Registered Charities Only: Only UK registered charities are eligible, whether working locally, nationally, or internationally.
  • Alignment with Priority Areas: While the Trust supports “general charitable purposes,” having a clear connection to education or medical research may strengthen applications.
  • Written Applications: With no formal application form, applicants must craft compelling written proposals that cover all necessary information about their organization, project, and funding needs.

Historical Grant Patterns:

  • Most grants fall in the £5,000-£10,000 range
  • The Trust has made occasional larger awards (up to £230,000)
  • Average grant around £10,000 (excluding exceptional large awards)
  • Very selective with typically fewer than 10 grants per year

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • Demonstrate Organizational Effectiveness: This is the Trust's primary stated criterion - show strong governance, clear outcomes measurement, and efficient use of resources
  • Expect High Competition: With very few awards made annually and no specific deadline, applications compete against a potentially large pool
  • Keep Applications Concise and Clear: Without a formal process, ensure your written application covers all essential information professionally and persuasively
  • Focus on Education or Medical Research: While other charitable purposes are considered, these two areas are explicitly mentioned as priorities
  • Be Patient: The rolling application process and limited information about decision timelines means applicants should allow adequate time
  • No Website Means Direct Contact: Consider calling (020 8908 4655) to discuss your proposal before submitting a written application
  • Consider Grant Size Carefully: While large grants have been made, most are modest (£5,000-£10,000), so tailor your request accordingly

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