Don Hanson Charitable Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £1,500 – £75,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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donhansoncharitablefoundation.orgAbout Don Hanson Charitable Foundation
The Don Hanson Charitable Foundation was established in 2007 by British philanthropist James Donald Hanson. It blends business acumen with generosity to deliver social, economic and educational benefits for vulnerable communities, with a particular focus on children and young people. The Foundation values direct intervention, innovative partnerships, scalable impact and evidence-led decisions. It combines grantmaking with substantial direct activities, often using flagship programmes to catalyse broader charitable investment.
What Don Hanson Charitable Foundation funds
The Foundation funds educational inspiration, social mobility, healthcare, mental health, homelessness relief, disability support, international development and environmental conservation. Beneficiaries include children facing barriers, youth, schools and a range of charities. Grants have supported vegetable gardens, science experiments, wild spaces and pilot initiatives for new ideas. Geography is UK-centric with nationwide reach, though occasional ties to Australia and the USA exist.
Who can apply
Eligible entities span small grassroots groups to large charities, with no income or size limits or religious restrictions. The Foundation prioritises children and young people facing barriers, as well as schools and charities working with these groups. It does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, it prefers targeted partnerships developed through initial contact.
What Don Hanson Charitable Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications, meaning it will not consider proposals sent without prior contact. Beyond this, the sources do not specify any other exclusions.
How they like to fund
The Foundation combines grantmaking with substantial direct activities, often using flagship programmes to catalyse broader charitable investment. It prefers targeted partnerships developed through initial contact rather than unsolicited applications. There are no formal application rounds.
How much does Don Hanson Charitable Foundation give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
Good to know
How to apply to Don Hanson Charitable Foundation
Don Hanson Charitable Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Don Hanson Charitable Foundation provide?
Don Hanson Charitable Foundation typically provides grants of £1,500 - £75,000.
Where does Don Hanson Charitable Foundation fund charities?
Don Hanson Charitable Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Don Hanson Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Don Hanson Charitable Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Don Hanson Charitable Foundation?
Don Hanson Charitable Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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