Mrs D M France-Hayhurst Foundation

The foundation supports initiatives that reduce animal suffering or deliver measurable educational outcomes, with a focus on direct welfare improvements and innovative animal-based interventions. They fund projects and capital costs, such as equipment and facilities, that demonstrably reduce animal suffering or deliver measurable educational or therapeutic outcomes. Their work spans animal rescue, care, veterinary services, responsible ownership promotion, and therapeutic initiatives using animals for vulnerable communities. They support UK-registered charities across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

The foundation supports UK-registered charities, typically small to medium-sized organisations delivering frontline work. There are no strict income thresholds but a preference for established entities with clear accountability. They prioritise organisations with a focus on animal welfare and educational projects that foster positive human-animal interactions. There are no religious restrictions.

The foundation does not fund individuals, core or unrestricted funding, or repeat grants within two years unless exceptional circumstances apply. They also exclude projects that do not demonstrably reduce animal suffering or deliver measurable educational or therapeutic outcomes.

The foundation welcomes unsolicited applications via email or post using the website's form. They fund projects and capital costs, with a cautious, relational approach emphasising transparency.