This case study explores how the Roger Raymond Charitable Trust puts partnerships at the centre of its grant-making. Rather than relying on lengthy applications, the Trust prioritises thoughtful research, in-person conversations, and genuine relationship-building. A guiding question — “What is your most difficult project to fund?” — reflects its willingness to step into risk and support work that others might overlook, while remaining flexible as needs evolve.

This human-centred approach extends to reporting, where the Trust avoids unnecessary burdens and instead values proportionate, meaningful updates. The result is funding that feels relational, adaptive, and trust-based.

Read the full case study to explore what this looks like in practice.