Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £250,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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thevoiceofracing.comAbout Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust
The Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust was established in 1999 by the legendary racing commentator Sir Peter O'Sullevan, known as 'The Voice of Racing'. Its mission is to advance animal welfare, with a primary focus on horses and the equine sector, alongside support for people working in the racing industry. Stemming from Sir Peter's lifelong compassion for animals, the Trust emphasises practical aid, sustainable improvements, and collaboration with sector leaders. It generates funding through an annual award lunch, Christmas card sales, donations, and investments. The Trust is distinctive in its specialist focus and proactive approach, working directly with established organisations rather than accepting unsolicited applications.
What Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust funds
The Trust prioritises equine welfare, rehabilitation, and medical care for former racehorses, as well as support for racing industry workers including jockeys and trainers. Broader animal protection initiatives also receive backing. Funding is used for projects, capital infrastructure, core costs for strategic partners, skills training, and crisis interventions. The Trust works with a core group of annually funded charities such as Blue Cross, Brooke, and World Horse Welfare. There are no geographic restrictions, though grants focus on UK-wide efforts, primarily in England, with some international projects aligned with equine welfare.
Who can apply
The Trust supports UK-registered charities, particularly established organisations with a strong track record in equine welfare and the racing industry. Beneficiary groups include horses, former racehorses, and people working in racing, such as jockeys and trainers. Smaller charities are rarely considered unless invited by a trustee. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications; charities are approached proactively through trustee consultations.
What Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust doesn't fund
The Trust excludes general or misaligned causes, focusing solely on equine welfare, racing industry support, and related animal protection. Organisations without a direct link to horses, the racing community, or established equine welfare work are not supported.
How they like to fund
The Trust funds a mix of project costs, capital infrastructure, and core costs for strategic partners. It works by invitation only, choosing charities proactively through trustee consultations. Multi-year partnerships are common, particularly with a core group of annually funded organisations.
How much does Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
Good to know
How to apply to Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust
Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
What you can do here
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust provide?
Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust typically provides grants of £10,000 - £250,000.
Where does Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust fund charities?
Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust?
Sir Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust 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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