Aims/priorities: Funding is intended to promote access to justice (particularly for people trying to get support for their basic needs), equality of opportunity or a sustainable environment.
Who can apply? UK organisations with charitable status may apply.
In exceptional circumstances, applications may be considered from organisations that are established for "charitable purposes" and are recognised by HMRC as an exempt charity.
Overseas charities may be eligible for funding if they can demonstrate that their organisation complies with UK charity law.
Grant amount: Two levels of funding are available:
- One-off grants of up to £5,000.
- Grants of up to £3,000 a year for three years.
Application process: The criteria, terms and conditions and application form can be found on the Matrix Chambers website.
There are two funding cycles each year:
- Cycle 1: Applications are accepted between 1 January 2025 and 31 March 2025.
- Cycle 2: Applications are accepted between 1 July 2025 and 30 September 2025.
Applications cannot be accepted outside of the dates above and cannot be held on file for the next cycle.
Each cycle will have a maximum of 30 applications accepted for funding.
Deadline: Monday 31 March 2025.
Contact information: Email: matrixcausesfund@matrixlaw.co.uk
Website: Matrix Causes Fund - Matrix Chambers