English Heritage Trust, The
From world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, Roman forts on the edges of an empire to a Cold War bunker, we care for hundreds of historic sites in every part of England, from international icons to local treasures. We open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, play, learn and create. Protecting and maintaining these special places for the nation, as well as over a million objects in our care, is the cornerstone of everything we do.
Music for All
Music for All is dedicated to changing lives across the UK by improving access to music making. Established 28 years ago, Music for All has a track record in providing support. We are a passionate, focused, and ambitious UK charity helping disadvantaged music makers experience the joys and far-reaching benefits of making music.
Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings gives our built heritage a bright future. Through our campaigning and training, research and repair we keep old buildings useful, beautiful and part of people’s lives. From cottages to castles and from churches to cathedrals we are here to help buildings and the people who care for them.
Actors’ Benevolent Fund
The Actors’ Benevolent Fund was founded in 1882 by Sir Henry Irving to care for actors and actresses unable to work because of accidents, illness or old age. The Fund helps in a variety of ways, all of which are geared towards maintaining independence and improving quality of life.
Actors’ Children’s Trust, The
ACT is a long-established charity helping actors’ children in times of family crisis or hardship. ACT gives more than £400,000 in grants each year, alongside casework and advocacy. ACT’s impact continues to grow, handled by only two fulltime staff and a committee of actors. Funding includes special needs support, creative and sporting activities, clothing, equipment, mental health support and emergency childcare.
Help Musicians
Help Musicians is a charity that loves music and for over 100 years has been working hard to make a meaningful difference to the lives of musicians across the UK. We want to create a world where musicians thrive. Leaving a gift in your will to Help Musicians is a wonderful way to ensure your passion for music lives on, taking care of musicians in times of crisis and opportunity and providing support for the next generation of inspiring musical talent.
London Music Fund
The London Music Fund is an independent charity (no. 1141216) whose vision is that every child who demonstrates significant musical ability, enthusiasm and commitment to learning an instrument should be given the opportunity to develop their potential. Our mission is to enable young Londoners from disadvantaged backgrounds to have access to high-quality, sustained, progressive music education.
National Youth Jazz Orchestra
Armstrong, Fitzgerald, Davis: they all left incredible legacies to jazz. Pass on your love of jazz to the next generation and help us secure the future of British jazz by leaving a gift to NYJO in your will. Sadly, jazz is underfunded – and jazz education infrastructure underdeveloped – compared to other musical genres.
Re-Form Heritage
Re-Form Heritage is an independent Stoke-on-Trent based charity who transform historic buildings at risk for the benefit of the local and wider community. We create places that inspire, educate and connect people with their past.
Westminster Abbey Foundation
It is difficult to overstate the importance of Westminster Abbey in the nation’s spiritual, historical and cultural make-up. This Gothic masterpiece is the burial place or memorial site of over 3,300 souls including statesmen, poets, scientists, warriors and 17 monarchs. Since 1066, it has been the coronation church and it is the national church of the Commonwealth.