The Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust aims to support smaller charities that rescue, rehabilitate, release and rehome animals, including UK registered charities working overseas. The trust and gives out around £500,000 each year.
Beneficiaries work should encompass one or more of the following:
- The benefit and protection of animals
- The relief of suffering in animals
- The conservation of wildlife
- The encouragement of a greater understanding of animals
Grants are normally in the range of £1,000 to £10,000, with decisions made three times a year. Smaller amounts however may be considered and grants of less than £1,000 can be processed outside of the grant deadlines.
If you apply for a grant you should expect a visit from a member of the charity, either prior to receiving a grant or during the fundng period.
In order to apply applicants are required to complete an online application form and to send additional relevant documentation by post.
The applicant questionnaire and further guidance can be found on the Trusts website.