About Us

What we do

The aim of The Prince Philip Trust Fund is to make a real difference to the quality of life of people from communities across the extensive area covered by the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

Since being established as a grant-giving trust in 1977, we have supported over 2000 causes and distributed almost £2.5 million in grants.

The Prince Philip Trust Fund only considers applications submitted in accordance with our guidelines. Trustees prioritise applications requesting support for one-off project funding, and which show some sustainability or fundraising success. The Trustees often provide matched funding for projects.

A brief history

The Prince Philip Trust Fund was an initiative by the first Mayor of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, the late Sir Christopher Aston.

He founded the grant-giving trust in 1977 to thank HRH The Duke of Edinburgh for his service to the community during the first 25 years of HRH Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.

Since then, we have supported over 2000 causes and distributed almost £2.5 million in grants.

What we fund

We are keen to support projects and people from the communities across the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead that cover the following issues:

The development of children and young people

Those in social need

Sport and disability

Physical and mental health

The elderly

The arts

All applicants must show how their project will make a difference to those involved.

News

£55,000 raised as part of the Windsor Platinum Jubilee Celebrations distributed to 36 local charities, projects and good causes

Programmes to support disadvantaged families, social isolation reduction, sports clubs, and those living with illness and disabilities to benefit 20 Nov 2023: Monies raised during the Windsor Platinum Jubilee Celebrations in 2022, and donated to the Prince Philip Trust Fund, have now been distributed back into the local communities ...
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Case Studies

On your bike!

How we are helping to get local residents cycling. The benefits of keeping fit and active throughout our lives cannot be overstated. It improves wellbeing, helps keep our waistlines in check and means we can enjoy a healthier lifestyle for longer. For the Prince Philip Trust Fund being ...
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Events

Windsor half marathon

Taking place every September, The Prince Philip Trust Fund is a Founding Charity for the Windsor Half Marathon having been involved since the event began in 1982. Described as the UK’s most picturesque half marathon, the race takes place in the magnificent surroundings of Windsor Great Park. The ...
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Apply now

Find out if you are eligible to apply to The Prince Philip Trust Fund before downloading an application form.

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