M J Camp Charitable Foundation

The M J Camp Charitable Foundation, established by Trust Deed on 21 December 2000 and registered in England and Wales (charity number 1085654), is a grant-making charity dedicated to preserving natural beauty, historical heritage, and animal welfare across the UK. Its mission emphasizes conservation of places and objects of natural beauty—especially on Hayling Island—restoration of canals and inland waterways, relief for suffering horses, ponies, and donkeys, preservation of historic vehicles (notably steam trains), and community transport schemes. Guided by values of long-term impact, sustainable benefit, community engagement, and cultural/natural stewardship, it stands out for blending environmental protection, equine welfare, and heritage transport in a focused, trustee-led approach prioritizing tangible outcomes like restored infrastructure and improved access.

It funds UK-registered charities supporting heritage conservation (e.g., canal restoration, classic vehicles, steam traction), environmental stewardship, equine rescue/sanctuaries, and grassroots transport initiatives enhancing inclusion. Beneficiaries include local communities in Hayling Island and Hampshire, plus national groups; grants cover capital projects, ongoing programmes, physical restorations, education, and community activities, with a track record of aiding small-to-medium organizations in these niches.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities of any size (no strict income limits, though smaller ones are common), with UK-wide scope but priority for Hayling Island/Hampshire projects aligning closely with themes. Applications are unsolicited letters sent by post year-round on a rolling basis—no online form or deadlines—with decisions varying in timeline. Typical grants range from £1,000 to £250,000 (often under £5,000 for smaller charities), restricted to thematic activities; it avoids unrestricted/core funding or misaligned causes, distinguishing itself as a specialist for South East England's heritage, environment, and equine sectors.