The Cygnus Trust grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1137800
The Cygnus Trust is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1137800. The register describes its activities as: “The Cygnus Trust is based in East London and has been established to support the local community and organisations within neighbouring boroughs through donations and grants to charities or voluntary organisations.” In its latest reported year it reported income of £50 and spending of £443.
Verified 19 days ago514 open or forthcoming · Charity / VCSE
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What The Cygnus Trust funds
The Cygnus Trust is registered under general charitable purposes for the general public and other defined groups; the register records that it makes grants to organisations.
How to apply to The Cygnus Trust
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Cygnus Trust in its sources (last checked 16 Oct 2026). Its website (cygnustrust.org) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about The Cygnus Trust
Is The Cygnus Trust open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 16 Oct 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Cygnus Trust is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Does The Cygnus Trust give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that The Cygnus Trust makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How large is The Cygnus Trust?
In its latest reported year The Cygnus Trust reported income of £50 and spending of £443.
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