The Worshipful Company of Basketmakers channels its giving through the Basketmakers Charitable Trust, a registered charity which is independently governed from the Livery Company.​​​​​​​ The Charitable Trust is continuing a long tradition of giving in the City and neighbouring communities. Today the Trust’s charitable objectives focus on: ​​​​​​​ • The basketmaking trade, including education, welfare and benevolence • The City of London, including the Lord Mayor’s Appeal • Our Guild Church, St Margaret Pattens • Small charities based mainly in London We help people from many walks of life. For example, our support for the basketmaking trade includes inspirational initiatives which have social, educational or environmental benefits that extend far beyond the trade.