Haysac Foundation
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Haysac Foundation
The Haysac Foundation is a family-led charitable incorporated organisation established in 2022 by the Harbury family. Drawing exclusively from private family resources and company income, it does not seek public donations. Its mission is to support charities advancing any charitable purposes under English and Wales law, guided by the trustees' evolving personal interests. This trustee-driven approach emphasises flexibility, due diligence, and minimal reserves, enabling rapid, discretionary philanthropy. The foundation funds a broad spectrum of charitable activities through unrestricted, core, or project grants, without rigid thematic priorities. Support reflects trustees' selections, typically favouring small to medium-sized UK-registered charities. While they operate anywhere, grants are concentrated in the UK. This wholly private, family-governed model prioritises relational, interest-led giving over strategic programmes, differentiating it from themed or open-call funders.
What Haysac Foundation funds
The Haysac Foundation funds a broad spectrum of charitable activities, covering any purpose charitable under English and Wales law. It provides unrestricted, core, and project grants, with no predetermined thematic priorities. The trustees select charities based on their personal interests, which may span diverse causes. Grants are typically awarded to small and medium-sized UK-registered charities. Although the foundation can support work anywhere, its giving is concentrated in the UK. This flexible approach allows them to respond to a wide range of needs.
Who can apply
Only UK-registered charities are eligible for support. The foundation prefers smaller organisations, though there are no strict income thresholds. Charities are identified through the trustees' personal networks, so unsolicited applications are not accepted. Non-UK charities, individuals, and non-charitable organisations are not eligible. The foundation has no religious or geographic restrictions within the UK.
What Haysac Foundation doesn't fund
The Haysac Foundation does not fund non-UK charities, individuals, or organisations that are not registered charities. They do not accept unsolicited applications or proposals; all funding is initiated by the trustees. There are no pre-defined themes they exclude, but eligibility is strictly limited to UK-registered charities.
How they like to fund
The foundation makes unrestricted, core, and project grants. It works exclusively by invitation, proactively identifying charities through the trustees' personal networks. There are no application forms or guidelines. Their approach is flexible and interest-led, with minimal reserves to enable rapid, discretionary giving. They prioritise relational, interest-led funding over strategic programmes.
How much does Haysac Foundation give?
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How to apply to Haysac Foundation
Haysac Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Haysac Foundation provide?
Grant amounts vary. Contact Haysac Foundation directly for current funding levels.
Where does Haysac Foundation fund charities?
Haysac Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Haysac Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Haysac Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Haysac Foundation?
Haysac 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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