Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust grants up to £10,000

Funder: Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust

Funding Available: Up to £10000

Closing Date: 1 April, 2026

Available to: Registered Charities

Type of Fund: National

About this Funding:

Charities registered in the UK that work to provide sanctuary, rehoming, and rehabilitation for animals both domestically and/or internationally are invited to apply for grants of between £1,000 and £10,000.

Organisations involved with wildlife conservation, the rescue, rehabilitation and (where possible) release of animals are also eligible to apply.

The funding can be used for general running costs or capital purchases.

This funding opportunity is provided by the Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust, which welcomes repeat applications from charities, subject to funding availability.

Preference is given to smaller animal welfare charities.

The next deadline to apply is the 1st April 2026.  Awards are usually made within 4 months of the application deadline.

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More information available directly from the funder.

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