Household Cavalry Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £30,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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hcavfoundation.orgAbout Household Cavalry Foundation
The Household Cavalry Foundation is the official registered charity of the Household Cavalry, established in 2012. Rooted in values of tradition, service, welfare and remembrance, it evolved from squadron-led fundraising during the 2000s to provide an enduring duty of care for the regimental family. The Foundation addresses physical and psychological injuries, financial hardship, bereavement and regimental solidarity, going beyond statutory services. It funds direct welfare grants for individuals, equine care for retired mounts, and regimental projects that preserve heritage and foster esprit de corps. Distinctively, the Foundation is exclusively focused on the Household Cavalry community.
What Household Cavalry Foundation funds
The Foundation supports serving soldiers, operational casualties, veterans, dependants and retired horses across England and Wales. It funds direct welfare grants for rehabilitation, adaptive equipment and wellbeing support, as well as assistance for families of fallen soldiers. Equine care includes veterinary treatment and stabling for retired mounts. Regimental projects cover heritage preservation, museum enhancements, commemorative events and ceremonial activities that strengthen regimental bonds. All funding is directed to the Household Cavalry community and its unique needs.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities or organisations with direct Household Cavalry ties, such as Regimental Associations of The Life Guards and The Blues and Royals. External charities or the general public cannot apply. No income thresholds apply, but preference is given to small and medium-sized regimental entities. The Foundation prioritises the regimental family: soldiers, ex-soldiers, dependants and horses.
What Household Cavalry Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not fund unrestricted or core costs, non-regimental causes, or services that replicate state or NHS provision. It is exclusively focused on the Household Cavalry community and will not support external charities or general public applications.
How they like to fund
The Foundation awards direct welfare grants for individuals and project grants for regimental initiatives. It does not accept unsolicited applications; funding is channelled through internal regimental channels with needs assessment. Grants are provided for specific purposes rather than ongoing core costs.
How much does Household Cavalry Foundation give?
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When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
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How to apply to Household Cavalry Foundation
Household Cavalry Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Household Cavalry Foundation provide?
Household Cavalry Foundation typically provides grants of £500 - £30,000.
Where does Household Cavalry Foundation fund charities?
Household Cavalry Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Household Cavalry Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Household Cavalry Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Household Cavalry Foundation?
Household Cavalry 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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