D G Charitable Settlement

The Settlement funds a broad spectrum of causes, including human rights, homelessness, medical research, animal welfare, justice and rehabilitation, and aid for vulnerable or marginalised groups. Support encompasses project funding, core costs, and unrestricted grants, targeting both immediate crises and longer-term welfare or reform efforts. Its track record spans small grassroots charities to large national organisations, with a focus on institutions operating in England and Wales.

Eligible applicants are exclusively UK-registered charities operating in England and Wales. There are no income thresholds, size limits, or religious restrictions, and the Settlement supports a wide range of organisation types within this scope. It prioritises institutions addressing contemporary social issues, particularly those serving vulnerable or marginalised groups. However, unsolicited applications are not accepted; trustees proactively invite organisations via their networks.

The Settlement does not support statutory bodies, such as local authorities or government departments, nor does it fund individuals or political activities. Beyond these clear exclusions, the foundation publishes no further restrictions, reflecting its flexible, trustee-led approach.

The Settlement provides project funding, core costs, and unrestricted grants, scaled to urgency and need. It works by invitation, with trustees proactively identifying and supporting organisations through their networks, rather than accepting unsolicited applications. This high-discretion approach allows for rapid, judgment-driven responses to pressing social challenges.