William Leech Charity

Established by Sir William Leech in 1972, the Trust focuses on assisting volunteers and charitable projects based in Northumberland and Tyne and Wear that positively impact local communities. Through the Lady Leech fund, the Trust also supports registered UK charities working in underdeveloped areas of the world, provided there is a connection to the North East.

The Trust is administered by a board of Trustees who ensure that funds are allocated to where they can make the greatest impact. Each year, the Trust awards over £500,000 in charitable grants and donations to a wide variety of worthy causes.