Other Theatre and Entertainment Charities

Please know you’re not alone.

The acting, theatrical, and entertainment world is full of amazing organisations dedicated to supporting our community. Whether you need help with your career, mental health, retirement, housing, or something else entirely, there’s likely a charity out there that can help. 

Here’s a rundown of some of them, categorised to make it easier to find what you need.

Support for Actors

Actors' Children's Trust

Supporting actor-parents and their children by providing financial, emotional, and practical assistance. They offer grants for childcare, activities, education, and support for children with special needs.

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Denville Hall

A residential home for elderly actors and members of the wider theatrical industry.

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Grand Order of Water Rats

Offering assistance to members of the theatrical profession or their dependents who are in need due to illness or old age.

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King George V Fund for Actors and Actresses

Awarding grants to British actors aged 60+ who have been acting for at least 15 years and are in need of financial help.

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National Theatre Foundation

Providing grants to assist current and former staff members, freelancers, and others with close working relationships to the National Theatre who are in financial crisis.

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SafetyCurtain

Providing international aid to performers at risk.

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Scottish Showbusiness Benevolent Fund

Extending relief to artistes in need due to old age, illness, or other reasons.

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The Drury Lane Theatrical Fund

Offering aid to members who have worked at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and are facing hardship due to age, ill-health, or accident.

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The Equity Charitable Trust

Providing financial support, retraining grants, and welfare assistance to professional performers and their dependents.

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The Evelyn Norris Trust

Holiday grants for members of the concert, performing, and theatrical professions who are convalescing or in need of a break.

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The Ralph and Meriel Richardson Foundation

Providing relief to British actors (and their spouses and children) facing hardship, requiring a minimum of 15 years of professional practice in the theatrical arts.

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The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund

Supporting current and retired staff of the Royal Opera House and the Birmingham Royal Ballet, as well as those involved in producing opera, ballet, or music.

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The Royal Theatrical Fund

Financial assistance for people who work or have worked in the theatrical profession and are in need as a result of illness, injury, or old age.

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The Royal Variety Charity

Aids those who have worked professionally in the entertainment industry, providing financial assistance to those who are sick, elderly, or impoverished.

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Theatre Chaplaincy UK

Offering pastoral and practical support to those of all faiths and none who are engaged in the performing arts.

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Support for Stage Management or Backstage

Backup Tech

The UK's registered technical entertainment charity that provides financial & wellbeing support to technical industry professionals.

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Grand Order of Water Rats

Offering assistance to members of the theatrical profession or their dependents who are in need due to illness or old age.

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National Theatre Foundation

Providing grants to assist current and former staff members, freelancers, and others with close working relationships to the National Theatre who are in financial crisis.

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Theatre Chaplaincy UK

An organisation founded in 1899 as the Actor's Church Union, providing pastoral and practical support to all individuals working in the performing arts regardless of their faith, and is a member of Acting for Others.

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The Evelyn Norris Trust

Holiday grants for members of the concert, performing, and theatrical professions who are convalescing or in need of a break.

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The Royal Theatrical Fund

Financial assistance for people who work or have worked in the theatrical profession and are in need as a result of illness, illness, or old age.

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The Royal Variety Charity

Aids those who have worked professionally in the entertainment industry, providing financial assistance to those who are sick, elderly, or impoverished.
Offering pastoral and practical support to those of all faiths and none who are engaged in the performing arts.

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The Theatrical Guild

Supporting backstage and front-of-house staff, offering financial aid, training grants, and access to counselling.

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Support for Mental and Physical Health

Applause for Thought

Offering mental health support and resources tailored to the performing arts.

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British Association for Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM)

Providing medical advice and clinical assessments to performing artists, addressing physical injuries, mental health, and vocal/hearing health.

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Industry Minds

An award-winning mental health charity for the creative arts.

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Wellbeing in the Arts

Providing mental health and well-being support to individuals and organisations within the creative industries in the UK.

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Support for Directors

Directors Charitable Foundation

Supporting directors in need and inspiring young people from all backgrounds to consider a career in directing. They offer emergency financial help, mentorship programmes, and mental health resources.

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Support for Writers

Royal Literary Fund

Supporting writers in financial need by offering grants and creating earning opportunities through education programmes.

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Support for Dancers, Musicians or Other Performers

Dancers' Career Development

Helping dancers transition from performing to new careers by providing advice, support, and financial assistance for retraining.

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Dance Professionals Fund

Offering financial assistance to dance professionals throughout their careers and into retirement.

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Help Musicians

Supporting musicians throughout their careers, offering help during times of crisis and opportunity.

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The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund

Supporting current and retired staff of the Royal Opera House and the Birmingham Royal Ballet, as well as those involved in producing opera, ballet, or music.

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The Royal Theatrical Fund

Financial assistance for people who have worked in the theatrical profession and are in need as a result of illness, injury, or old age.

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The Royal Variety Charity

Aids those who have worked professionally in the entertainment industry, providing financial assistance to those who are sick, elderly, or impoverished.

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Support for Film & TV Professionals

Film & TV Charity

Supporting individuals working behind the scenes in the film, TV, and cinema industries, providing resources for mental health, financial wellbeing, and promoting equity and inclusion.

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So, if you’re an actor, work in stage management, or anyone working in the entertainment industry, remember there’s a whole community ready to support you. Don’t hesitate to reach out to these incredible organisations if you need help. We’re all here to support you.

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