Kennel Club Charitable Trust
Could Kennel Club Charitable Trust fund your project? Check fit free. Draft if yes — or shortlist better matches.
- Typical grants
- £2,000 – £50,000
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- No application
- Decisions
- Quarterly
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kennelclubcharitabletrust.orgAbout Kennel Club Charitable Trust
The Kennel Club Charitable Trust (KCCT) is the charitable arm of The Kennel Club, the UK's largest dog health and welfare organisation. Established in 1987, the Trust advances canine health and welfare for all dogs regardless of breed or background, while enhancing human well-being through the human-canine bond. The Trust funds scientific research into genetics, cancer, and hereditary diseases; support for assistance dogs aiding people with disabilities or medical conditions; and welfare and rescue efforts for abused, neglected, or homeless dogs. It supports UK-registered charities and academic institutions, from grassroots rescues to national organisations and universities. The Trust has a preference for canine-focused projects that demonstrate clear impact on dogs and people.
What Kennel Club Charitable Trust funds
The Trust funds scientific research into canine genetics, cancer, and hereditary diseases. It also supports the training and provision of assistance dogs that help people with disabilities or medical conditions. Welfare and rescue efforts for abused, neglected, or homeless dogs are another key area. The Trust supports UK-registered charities and academic institutions operating across the United Kingdom, from grassroots rescues to national organisations and universities. It has a preference for canine-focused projects that demonstrate clear impact on both dogs and people.
Who can apply
UK-registered charities and academic institutions are eligible to apply. The Trust supports organisations of all sizes, from grassroots rescues to national bodies and universities. There is no specified income threshold or religious restriction. The Trust has a preference for canine-focused projects that demonstrate clear impact on dogs and people.
How much does Kennel Club Charitable Trust give?
Kennel Club Charitable Trust runs one grant programme. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 2 sourced facts
Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
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How to apply to Kennel Club Charitable Trust
Kennel Club Charitable Trust takes applications via no application.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
See if Kennel Club Charitable Trust could be a fit. Draft if yes.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Kennel Club Charitable Trust provide?
Kennel Club Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £2,000 - £50,000.
Where does Kennel Club Charitable Trust fund charities?
Kennel Club Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Kennel Club Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Kennel Club Charitable Trust accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Kennel Club Charitable Trust?
Kennel Club Charitable Trust takes applications via no application. Decisions are typically quarterly.
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