The Roselands Charitable Trust

Charity Number: CUSTOM_BCC417DD

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Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: Data not publicly available
  • Success Rate: Not publicly available
  • Decision Time: Approximately 2-3 weeks (via Cumbria Community Foundation)
  • Grant Range: Typically under £1,000 (no maximum amount)
  • Geographic Focus: Cumbria and North Lancashire

Contact Details

The Roselands Trust

  • Address: PO Box 118, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 9AY
  • Phone: 07961 028995
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: www.theroselandstrust.org
  • Registered Charity Number: 1160216

For Applications (via Cumbria Community Foundation):

  • Contact: Ellen Clements
  • Phone: 01900 825760
  • Email: grants@cumbriafoundation.org

Overview

The Roselands Trust was established in 2006 by businessman Kenneth Johnson and formally constituted by Trust Deed in August 2014. Operating as a small independent grant-making charity based in South Lakeland, the Trust has developed a strong reputation for “Supporting the little things that make a difference.” The Trust works in partnership with Cumbria Community Foundation to distribute grants throughout Cumbria and North Lancashire. Its primary mission focuses on supporting community projects and charitable groups helping people facing disadvantage, with particular emphasis on older adults and people with learning difficulties or disabilities. The Trust has been a significant supporter of the Winter Warmth Appeal since 2011, which Kenneth Johnson described as their most important project.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

General Grant Program: Typically £1,000 or less over one year; however, there is no maximum award amount. Larger grants may be considered if discussed with a Grants Officer before the application is made.

Application Method: Rolling basis through Cumbria Community Foundation

Priority Areas

The Trust actively funds projects that:

  • Support older adults experiencing loneliness, isolation, or financial hardship
  • Provide activities and facilities for people with learning difficulties or disabilities
  • Help people who live with a disability through advice and support services
  • Enable inclusivity and accessibility in community settings
  • Deliver therapeutic interventions (music therapy, equine therapy, sailing programs)
  • Provide adaptive equipment to improve quality of life for disadvantaged individuals
  • Support hospice and palliative care services
  • Fund infrastructure improvements for better accessibility

What They Don't Fund

  • Individual applicants (only charitable groups/organizations can apply)
  • Standard Cumbria Community Foundation exclusions apply
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Governance and Leadership

Founder: Kenneth Johnson (businessman)

Kenneth Johnson established the Trust to extend support beyond his local area, noting: “While our emphasis is on supporting small local groups, our association with the Community Foundation has given us access to the greater needs in Cumbria and areas we do not normally reach.”

The Trust operates in partnership with Cumbria Community Foundation, which handles the application assessment and grant distribution processes.

Application Process and Timeline

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through Cumbria Community Foundation:

  1. Initial Contact: Contact Ellen Clements at 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org for information about the fund and application requirements
  2. Application Submission: Complete the Cumbria Community Foundation application form for the Roselands Trust Fund
  3. Large Grant Requests: If seeking more than £1,000, discuss with a Grants Officer before submitting the application

Decision Timeline

  • Acknowledgment: Applications are acknowledged within 5 working days of receipt
  • Assessment: Applications are assessed against fund criteria and current grant-making priorities
  • Decision Notification: Applicants are informed within 5 working days of the committee decision
  • Overall Timeline: Approximately 2-3 weeks from submission to decision (depending on committee meeting schedules)

Success Rates

Success rate information is not publicly available.

Reapplication Policy

If an application is unsuccessful, the Cumbria Community Foundation will explain why and there is a complaints, reconsideration, and appeals procedure available. Information about specific waiting periods for reapplication is not publicly detailed.

Application Success Factors

Examples of Funded Projects

The Trust has supported diverse projects including:

  • Interactive music workshops/sessions for adults with severe physical and learning disabilities
  • Equine therapy courses for socially or physically disadvantaged people
  • Electrically-assisted tricycles for older people
  • Sailing sessions for groups of adults and children with visual impairments
  • Accessible footpaths/ramps at St Mary's Hospice for patient safety
  • Roof repairs for St Martin and St Mary C of E Primary School
  • Bursaries for Lake District Calvert Trust activities
  • Support for specialized charities including Little Hearts Matter, Sense, and Epilepsy Action
  • Community clubs providing services to vulnerable populations

Recent Funding Patterns

In 2023, the Trust supported approximately 30+ organizations. In 2022, it increased Winter Warmth Appeal funding substantially due to rising heating costs, demonstrating responsiveness to community needs.

What Makes a Strong Application

  • Clear demonstration of how the project helps people facing disadvantage
  • Focus on older adults or people with learning difficulties/disabilities
  • Evidence of enabling inclusivity and accessibility
  • Quality proposal with strong social purpose
  • Demonstration that your organization is the right one to carry out the project
  • Specific project costs and outcomes
  • Alignment with the Trust's emphasis on “the little things that make a difference”

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • Small but impactful: The Trust values modest grants that make tangible differences to vulnerable people's lives—don't overlook smaller project needs that could be transformative
  • Therapeutic interventions welcome: Projects involving music, equine therapy, adaptive sports, and experiential activities have strong track record of success
  • Infrastructure matters: Accessibility improvements and equipment purchases are fundable alongside activity-based programs
  • Partnership approach: Working through Cumbria Community Foundation means your application will be assessed professionally—ensure completeness to avoid delays
  • Responsive funding: The Trust has demonstrated flexibility in responding to emerging needs (e.g., Winter Warmth funding increases)
  • Geographic focus: Prioritize if you're in South Lakeland, but the Trust supports work across Cumbria and North Lancashire
  • Quick turnaround: The relatively fast decision timeline means you can plan projects with shorter lead times than many funders

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