St Aubyn Foundation
St Aubyn Estates has a long tradition of supporting locally based initiatives in West Cornwall, which make a difference in the community. In recent times, this charitable programme has been channelled through the St Aubyn Foundation. The Foundation gives grants to charities and CICs in west Cornwall whose focus is: homelessness, domestic abuse, health research, culture, gardening and food.
The Foundation is not able to give sponsorship to individuals or groups. Neither does it give grants to projects involving the renovation or repair of buildings.
Over the last five years, the trustees have given grants to 45 local organisations. Some of which are listed below.
Who we support
Core organisations
The Foundation provides ongoing support to a number of Cornish charities and community groups, including:
Major appeals
Over the past several decades, the Foundation has supported significant initiatives in Cornwall, including:
Local charities
Local charities and CICs can apply to be supported for particular one-off projects or on a three-year giving programme. Recent grants have been made to:
Learning and education
The team on St Michael’s Mount has enabled school and community groups from Cornwall and beyond to enjoy the Mount over many years.
We have an Education Officer based in the dedicated Learning Hub, on St Michael’s Mount. We run a year-round programme of visits, learning projects, activities and events in partnership with schools and community groups across Cornwall. This role is funded by the Foundation. Click here for further info.
