The Julia Rausing Trust

Orchestra Europa marks its 20th year, supported by a recent grant from The Julia Rausing Trust. As the orchestra enters its next phase, the focus remains on performance, the development of emerging musicians, and educational engagement. https://lnkd.in/gnMCMTsF Photo: Sir Clive Barda

We’re pleased to announce a £2.5m grant to support Wordsworth Trust in acquiring and securing the future of Rydal Mount, the final home of world-renowned poet William Wordsworth. The Trust’s support will enable Wordsworth Trust to acquire the historic property, which had faced an uncertain future after rising operating costs made its current model unsustainable. The acquisition will ensure that Rydal Mount is preserved for public benefit and protected for future generations. Simon Fourmy, Chief Executive of The Julia Rausing Trust, said: “Helping to preserve the UK’s cultural heritage is an important part of The Julia Rausing Trust’s mission, and we are pleased to support Wordsworth Trust in the landmark acquisition of Rydal Mount. As the long-time home of William Wordsworth, the house offers a unique insight into the poet’s life, and charitable stewardship will ensure it remains a place where generations can engage with his legacy. We hope that this acquisition will provide a strong foundation for the Wordsworth Trust to expand its educational and community programmes over time.” Real the full release here: https://lnkd.in/eFQdB8BH Photo credit: Cumbria Tourism

We’re delighted to support James' Place Charity with a £225,000 grant over three years to help fund their new Birmingham centre. This vital service will expand access to free, specialist therapy for men in suicidal crisis across the West Midlands. Find out more about James’ Place here: https://lnkd.in/gCSqsMr

We’re pleased to announce a £300,000 grant to be given over the next three years to Art UK to help support core running costs. Art UK run a digital platform that showcases art in public collections in museums and galleries across the UK, creating digital access where physical access isn’t always available. This grant will enable Art UK to maintain and increase its current staffing complement, as well as undertaking digital development of the outdated site to broaden access and increase engagement with the artworks shown by new and current audiences. Art UK currently have 1 million artworks on its site, but over the course of the project hope to increase this to 2 million. With a mission to democratise access to the UK national collection of art, the platform increases the reach of smaller museums and galleries’ collections and has become a key tool for collection research, tourism and curator exhibition research. Find out more about Art UK here: https://artuk.org/ Painting from Art UK's platform: Tulips by Samuel John Peploe (1871–1935). Image credit: Tate – chosen for Julia’s love of tulips.

Yesterday Anne Dodwell, Director - Arts & Heritage at The Julia Rausing Trust, attended an event kindly hosted by Her Majesty The Queen as President of WOW - Women of the World to celebrate International Women’s Day.   The event celebrated women leading in their fields, from the arts to education and business, to those working to eradicate violence against women and girls.   Julia Rausing was among those leading this work, and since 2024 the Trust has awarded nearly £20m to support charities working to raise women’s voices and support them in times of need.   Read more about the event: https://lnkd.in/esbTJE3b

Fantastic news for The Stained Glass Museum. This is much deserved recognition of the importance of their collection to aid public understanding about the history of and craft techniques involved in the creation of stained glass over time.

Julia Rausing: a philanthropic legacy We have launched a short film celebrating the significant philanthropic legacy of Julia Rausing and the lasting impact of her giving. Featuring charity leaders whose organisations have been supported by the Trust, the film highlights Julia Rausing’s commitment to social good and the difference her philanthropy has made across the UK. Through this film, the Trust seeks to honour Julia’s life, celebrate the power of giving, and inspire others to make bold, transformative contributions that strengthen communities and broaden opportunity. Simon Fourmy, Chief Executive of The Julia Rausing Trust, said: “This film brings together the voices of charity leaders who have seen first‑hand the remarkable difference Julia Rausing’s giving has made. She showed what becomes possible when generosity is matched with vision and courage. Julia believed philanthropy should be transformative, and we hope her legacy inspires others who are able to give to think boldly about the difference they can make.” Watch the full film here: https://lnkd.in/e6_iZ_P7 Science Museum Group English Heritage The King's Trust Maggie's Centres Shout UK Royal Academy of Arts Centrepoint Royal Ballet and Opera The National Gallery Trussell National Literacy Trust One Small Thing

The British Museum is delighted to announce that through extraordinary philanthropic giving and the unwavering support of the public, the Museum has raised the funds to acquire the Tudor Heart for future generations. Almost no other objects survive that celebrate Henry and Katherine’s relationship, most having been lost over time. The Tudor Heart therefore acts as an important historical witness, showing both the luxury of Henry VIII’s earlier reign and the strength of their union. Supported by the National Heritage Memorial Fund and UK government funding.

Somerset House’s Upgrade Yourself Creative Industry Placements are now open for application. The programmes are 12-month, career development opportunities for emerging creative professionals ages 18-25. If you’re interested in learning about creative industries, want to develop your network, and want to nurture professional skills, creative confidence, and workplace readiness, find out how to apply here: https://lnkd.in/eJruSxXd

With planning permission now secured, we are delighted that work on the Waterlily House can begin. Kew’s contribution to global botanical science and horticulture is widely recognised, and the Trust is proud to help move this important project forward.   We hope our grant will encourage further philanthropic support for the wider Palm House project to ensure these remarkable glasshouses are preserved and made more sustainable for future generations.