The Trust aims to support smaller UK registered charities in their work both in the UK and overseas. Particular regard is given to those working with young people, the disabled and the underprivileged, although most areas of charitable work are considered on their merits. In addition to donations to charitable bodies,the MWCT may support trainee doctors for medical elective espenses and individuals undertaking voluntary work. In both categories, preference is given to those undertaking work overseas.
In pursuit of these aims, the current grant making policy is as follows:
Grants are not normally made to large national charities and those with an income in excess of £300,000. The Trustees do not make grants to animal charities, and will not provide grants for the personal education of the applicant.
The typical grant is for £600. The Trust will not enter into commitments to provide long term funding, and only one grant will be paid to an applicant in any calendar year.