Our Values
We believe in supporting existing organisations and people who are striving to make a difference. Our aim is to contribute to and promote the excellent work which is being undertaken across the sector.
We provide long-term core funding to small charities and run an Awards’ programme for individuals and groups committed to social, cultural and environmental causes.
We value long term partnerships with the organisations we support and partner, and aim to develop these over time.
The Trust provides grants to UK registered charities working in the fields of social welfare, literature, arts and heritage, environmental and animal welfare, education and training. The Trust also gives a small number of grants to overseas charities.
The Trust runs a portfolio of Awards with a number of nationally and internationally recognised organisations such as Barnardo's, National Historic Ships and the Zoological Society of London.
News
New Awards Partnership with Blue Cross
22 July, 2026 This year marked the launch of MCT's new Awards Scheme in partnership with Blue Cross UK, celebrating and recognising the outstanding contributions of its volunteers. Blue Cross is a UK animal welfare charity dedicated to helping sick, injured, homeless, and...Read More >
Celebrating ZSL’s 200th Birthday
29 April, 2026 We are excited to be celebrating ZSL’s 200th anniversary this year, as well as our own personal partnership with them of 35 years! ZSL has achieved so much over the last two centuries and we are so pleased that they...Read More >
Earth Day 2026
22 April, 2026 Today, we are celebrating #EarthDay! Today highlights the importance of our planet and the conservation of its ecosystems on all continents and oceans. We hold relationships with a number of incredible organisations that work tirelessly to care for, and protect, our...Read More >
