Donate to the Koestler Trust

Donating to the Koestler Trust can be one of the most simple and effective ways to help our work. One off payments and regular standing orders, ensure that we can concentrate our resources on helping those that most need encouragement. Whether it’s receiving a modest participation certificate, or receiving 10 fully funded mentoring sessions, our Awards have an impact on everyone who enters.

Regular Giving

Whether its £5 a month or £500 a year, by making a regular donation to the Koestler Trust through a standing order, your gift will help us create strong financial foundations. The certainty of regular donations enables us to consolidate and extend our activities, for example, delivering more Award presentations in person in prisons across the UK.

One Off Donations

One off donations also have a strong impact on our work, and the majority of money given to the trust is in the form of one off payments. If you donate a one off donation, we put that money directly into paying for all the costs associated with providing the high quality Awards and exhibition experience that our entrants, supporters and visitors have come to expect.



What will your money be used for?

  • Training, supervision and expenses for offenders on placement in our team.
  • Packing, framing and transportation of artworks for judging and exhibition.
  • Design, print and distribution of certificates for all entrants, plus prizes for winners.
  • Visits to prisons and other establishments to present awards in person.
  • Development of our website as a tool for communication and sales.