The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust: Rights and Justice funding programme
Closing date
he Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT) is now accepting applications to its Rights and Justice funding programme. The programme supports organisations across the UK that work to protect human rights and address deep-rooted inequality.
It funds work that protects human rights, helps people access the legal system, and promotes racial and religious equality. The Trust is especially interested in projects that
- tackle discrimination built into systems and institutions,
- help refugees and migrants understand and claim their rights,
- strengthen communities so they can speak up for themselves,
- and influence national policy or public debate.
Funding can support advocacy, campaigning, research, test court cases aimed at changing the law, partnership work, and other activities focused on long-term change. It is less likely to fund projects that only provide direct services, such as advice or support, without seeking wider impact.
To apply, organisations need to register for an account with the Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust by 19 August 2026. The next closing date for applications is 10 am on 2 September 2026.
