Beatrice Laing Trust

Resourcing church and community night shelters through Housing Justice. Photo courtesy of Housing Justice

Important Notice - The Beatrice Laing Trust is now closed to new applications until further notice.

The Trustees of the Beatrice Laing Trust are currently reviewing and refocusing their grant-making priorities. While they undertake this review, they have taken the decision to close to fresh applications for a period from 6th April 2026. All applications already in progress will be considered in the normal way, and existing grantees should be reassured that all pledges and multi-year grants will be honored. As soon as the Trust is ready to reopen to applications, a notice will appear on the website, alongside the refreshed grant-making priorities.

Purpose

The Beatrice Laing Trust was established in 1952 by Sir John Laing for:

• the advancement of the evangelical Christian faith, at home and abroad
• the relief of poverty

Annual Report/Accounts

The Trust's latest annual report and accounts provide examples of recent grants. (Please note that the link will open a new window on the Charity Commission of England & Wales website)

Trustees

Paula Joan Stephanie Blacker (Chair)
Christopher Maurice Laing
Charles William David Laing
Alexandra Catherine Beatrice Jane Gregory

Charity Number

211884