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Trusts and Foundations

We use theatre to champion difference and demonstrate the strengths of a more inclusive world.

As well as our professional performances, we deliver a wide programme of Education and Training, participatory activities and outreach work in the community. 

We bring together children and young people from every walk of life, with a range of abilities, perspectives and personal experiences, to learn, share values, challenge labels and exceed expectations through an ethos of inclusivity. This is a place where everyone supports each other, in order to discover each individual’s true potential.

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How your support helps:

Trusts and Foundations play a crucial role in supporting many areas of our work. 

Here's how that support helps:

  • Theatre and performance

    We create bold, exciting and thought-provoking theatre that brings people together and tells stories that matter. Everything we do proves that excellence and inclusion go hand in hand, and that great theatre happens when no one is left out.

  • Membership groups

    Our weekly sessions are a space to create, connect and grow together. Open to all, our inclusive groups give everyone the chance to explore, perform and be part of something bigger, while building confidence, friendships and skills along the way.

  • Education

    We bring young people from every walk of life into one shared learning journey - where creativity drives achievement. Through our unique education programme, students gain qualifications, discover their strengths and realise their potential.

  • Vocational Training

    We support young people from all backgrounds to take their next steps in the creative industries. Through our Young Creators programme, they develop skills, confidence and a sense of purpose—turning passion into possibility.

  • Outreach

    We take our work beyond our walls - into schools and communities - creating spaces where everyone can take part. Our outreach projects break down barriers, challenge exclusion and make sure creativity is accessible to all.

  • Accessible

    Everyone is welcome here. We are committed to making our performances, activities and spaces open, inclusive and accessible—so that everyone can take part, feel valued and belong.

Get in touch

To find out more about how Trusts and Foundations support Chickenshed, please contact Philly Greenwood, Partnership Fundraising Officer.

  • phone

    020 8351 6161

    Call Philly Greenwood, Partnerships Fundraising Officer

  • email

    phillyg@chickenshed.org.uk

    Email Philly Greenwood, Partnerships Fundraising Officer

Our Supporters

Baily Thomas Charitable Fund; Bruce Wake Trust;Enfield Voluntary Fund; Inflexion Fund; John Lyons Charity; Mackintosh Foundation; Madison Foundation; Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund; Office for Students; Sheldonia Charitable Trust; Taurus Foundation; Souter Charitable Trust; The Andor Charitable Trust; The Big Give; The Chapman Charitable Trust;The Happy Charitable Trust; The Lord Barnby Foundation; The Rayne Foundation; The Reed Educational Trust; The London Freemasons Charity; The South Square Trust; The Span Trust; Vandervelle Foundation; Worshipful Company of Builders' Merchants; Young Enfield Foundation.

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