Who we are

Sarah Jane Leigh
Charitable Trust

The Sarah Jane Leigh Charitable Trust was established in memory of Sarah Jane Leigh, with a mission to help vulnerable people, including children and families, overcome challenges with compassion and inclusivityWe support charities that share our commitment to mental health and well-being, striving to make a meaningful difference today, tomorrow, and in the future.

Who we Support

Our Value

Our Values

Our core values drive everything we do. Our mission, vision, and ethos reflect our dedication to mental health and community support.

Ethos

We focus on benefiting and impacting local communities by equipping individuals with knowledge and skills.

Vision

Our vision is to partner with like-minded charities that offer a range of mental health support activities.

Mission

Our mission is to assist vulnerable people, including children & their families in overcoming challenges inclusively & compassionately.

our recent work

Our Latest Projects

The charities which we have supported so far include: CREATE, Haringey Shed, Jamie’s Farm Monmouth, Museum of Homelessness, JAMI, Comic Relief, Ben Uri Gallery, Kentish Town City Farm, and Woodford Homes amongst many more to come.

Half-Day Workshops

Empowering lives, reducing isolation and enhancing wellbeing through the creative arts

Create Arts

The SJLCT partnered with Create to support young carers, funding 18 half-day workshops.
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Arts Programme Funding

Empowering lives, reducing isolation and enhancing wellbeing through the creative arts

Haringey Shed

The SJLCT partnered with Create to support young carers, funding 18 half-day workshops.
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Farmer's Cabin

Supporting wellbeing through cabin initiatives benefiting young people and communities

Jamie's Farm

The SJLCT funded visitor cabins generating income to support key therapeutic programmes
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Museum of Homelessness

Supporting homelessness through creative programmes building resilience and connection

Museum of Homelessness

The SJLCT funded sessions and programmes directly supporting people facing homelessness
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Cafe Funding

Supporting health through café initiatives promoting connection, dignity and wellbeing

Jami Mental Health

The SJLCT funded café hub offering support connection and accessible wellbeing services
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Relief Funding

Providing emergency relief funding supporting vulnerable families facing hardship today

Comic Relief

The SJLCT contributed funding strengthening Comic Relief programmes helping communities
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Research Funding

Supporting research exploring arts and mental health benefits for older communities

Ben Uri Gallery

The SJLCT funded research refinement supporting arts and mental health interventions
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Kentish Town Farm

Empowering lives, reducing isolation and enhancing wellbeing through the creative arts

Kentish Town City Farm

The SJLCT partnered with Create to support young carers, funding 18 half-day workshops.
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Wellbeing Initiatives

Supporting children in care through wellbeing initiatives strengthening emotional growth

Woodford Homes

The SJLCT funded pilot programmes enhancing emotional development for children in care
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Autism Awareness

Supporting autism awareness through inclusive exhibitions exploring lived experience

Monotropism Museum

The SJLCT funded exhibition development advancing neurodiversity awareness programmes
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Therapeutic Pottery

Enhancing therapeutic ceramics programmes supporting children’s creativity and wellbeing

Kentish Town Farm

The SJLCT funded kiln installation expanding therapeutic pottery education programmes
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Sustainable Cabins

Empowering lives, reducing isolation and enhancing wellbeing through the creative arts

Jamie's Farm

The Sarah Jane Leigh Charitable Trust supported the development of an innovative sustainability project.
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Donate to our Cause

Join our Journey

Your generous donations enable us to continue to support vital mental health initiatives and community programmes. Every contribution helps us to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable people, including children and their families.

Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and compassionate world. 

Why choose us

Connecting
Charities Nationwide

Through our network, the Trust will also connect charities which offer mental health services so that they may join forces with one another through collaboration and partnerships which will create a greater impact and thus improve mental health provision. 

Reliability

Registered with the Charity Commission, we ensure trustworthy and impactful support for vulnerable people, including children and families.

Confidentiality

We prioritise your privacy and handle all information with the utmost care and confidentiality, ensuring your trust in us.

Availability

Our dedicated team is available to provide support and assistance whenever you need it.

Get in Touch with a Member of Our Team

We’d love to hear from you. Whether you have questions, need assistance, or want to get involved, please visit our Contact Us page for more information on how to reach us. Together, we can make a difference.

NEWS, PRESS & ARTICLES

Our Latest News

Stay updated with the latest news and insights from our charity! Explore features stories, updates, and articles on mental health, community support, and our ongoing projects.

Therapeutic Pottery Programme at Kentish Town City Farm

The Therapeutic pottery programme Kentish Town City Farm continues to provide transformative creative opportunities for children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Funded by the Sarah Jane Leigh Charitable Trust (SJLCT), the programme supports primary school pupils from local Camden schools, helping them develop emotional awareness, self-regulation skills

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Sustainable Stays, Lasting Impact – The Jamie’s Farm Cabins

At Jamie’s Farm, we remain committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable young people, and Jamie’s Farm sustainable stays now play an essential role in supporting that mission. During our 2021 Trustee Strategy Away Day, our Board and Executive Team visited the remarkable cabins that our founding trustee, architect Roderick

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The Therapeutic Garden Project at the MoH

In early 2024, the Sarah Jane Leigh Charitable Trust (SJLCT) awarded a year-long grant to the Museum of Homelessness to support the creation of a new therapeutic community garden at Manor House Lodge in Finsbury Park. Eighteen months later, that once-overgrown space has become a thriving green haven and an

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