The Royal Theatrical Fund was founded in 1839. A group of actors, led by our first chairman, Charles Dickens, established the fund. They aimed to address the severe hardships faced by many in the acting profession. Over the years, the Fund has been dedicated to providing financial assistance. It does so without restrictive covenants to help those in need within or retired from the entertainment industry.
The RTF is honoured to be incorporated under two Royal Charters. The first charter was granted in 1853 during the reign of Queen Victoria. The second was in 1974 by our former patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The support from the Royal Family has been instrumental in our mission, and we are grateful for their continued patronage.
Since our humble beginnings, we have aided thousands of individuals and families experiencing desperate times. His Majesty King Charles III’s patronage marks a new chapter in our history. It reinforces our commitment to supporting the entertainment community.
We are truly privileged to have His Majesty’s support. We look forward to working together to uphold the legacy of The Royal Theatrical Fund.
Samantha Bond – Chairwoman
If you’re in need of help. Please apply by filling in this form here.
I have been a trustee of The Royal Theatrical Fund for over 10 years. I can see up close how much these grants have helped people. Here’s a short video about what we do.
You can donate to the Royal Theatrical Fund by using this link.
All monies are forwarded directly to the charity.
Thank you so much on behalf of the whole board of directors at The Royal Theatrical Fund.
Peter Polycarpou 