Introduction London Catalyst is an independent grant-making charity that supports London-based organizations working to improve health, reduce poverty, address social isolation and create better outcomes for disadvantaged and marginalized adults. History and Background London Catalyst was established in 1873 after the Lord Mayor of London invited religious and hospital leaders to respond to the damaging… [Read More]
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Irish Youth Foundation (UK): History, Governance, Grants and Support for Young Irish People
Introduction The Irish Youth Foundation (UK), commonly referred to as IYF (UK), is a registered grantmaking charity established in 1989 to improve the lives and opportunities of disadvantaged young Irish people and their families across Britain and Northern Ireland. The Foundation describes itself as the only national charity in Britain specifically focused on this group…. [Read More]
Forrester Family Trust: Grants, Funding and Impact
Introduction The Forrester Family Trust is an independent UK charitable foundation that provides grants to charities working with people and communities experiencing significant disadvantage. Its central goal is to support excellent smaller organisations that can contribute to a more just and equitable society. The Trust is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales… [Read More]
League of the Strong: History, Governance, Funding, Programs, and Disability-Inclusion Impact in Ukraine
Introduction The League of the Strong is a Ukrainian civil-society umbrella association that unites organizations working to protect the rights, dignity, independence, and social inclusion of people with disabilities. Its full institutional name is the Public Union “All-Ukrainian Association of Organizations of Interests of People with Disabilities ‘League of the Strong.’” The organization is based… [Read More]
Gloucestershire Disability Fund: Supporting Disabled People and Inclusive Communities Through Charitable Grants
Introduction The Gloucestershire Disability Fund (GDF) is a UK-registered charitable organization dedicated to improving the lives of disabled people across Gloucestershire through targeted grant funding and community support. Operating as the Gloucestershire Association for Disability, the charity provides financial assistance to individuals and organizations that help disabled people achieve greater independence, inclusion, accessibility, and wellbeing…. [Read More]
Sport Access Foundation: Creating Sporting Opportunities for Young Australians with Disability
Introduction Sport Access Foundation (SAF) is an Australian registered charity dedicated to helping children and young people with disability participate in sport. Through targeted grants, financial assistance, mentoring, and community support, the Foundation works to remove barriers that prevent young Australians from accessing sporting opportunities. By supporting participation at grassroots and pathway levels, SAF helps… [Read More]
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital: Transforming Childhood Disability Care Through Research, Innovation, and Family-Centred Support
Introduction Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s largest children’s rehabilitation hospital and a global leader in pediatric disability care, research, education, and advocacy. Located in Toronto, Ontario, the hospital serves children and youth with disabilities, developmental differences, medical complexity, illness, and injury. Through its integrated approach to healthcare, research, teaching, and family partnership, Holland… [Read More]
Disability Rights Fund (DRF): Advancing Disability Rights and Inclusive Development Worldwide
The Disability Rights Fund (DRF) is a leading international grantmaking organization dedicated to advancing the rights of persons with disabilities across the Global South. Established in 2008, DRF supports organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) through participatory grantmaking, advocacy, peer learning, and movement-building initiatives. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the fund works to strengthen disability rights… [Read More]
Family Fund Trust (UK): Supporting Families Raising Disabled and Seriously Ill Children
The Family Fund Trust (commonly known as Family Fund) is the United Kingdom’s largest charity dedicated to supporting families on low incomes who are raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people. Founded in 1973 and operating across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the organization provides financial grants, practical support, and wellbeing services… [Read More]
Youth4Jobs Foundation – Inclusive Skilling, Employment for Persons with Disabilities, and Social Impact
Introduction The Youth4Jobs Foundation is one of South Asia’s leading nonprofit organizations focused on skill development, inclusive education, and employment for persons with disabilities (PwDs). Based in India, the organization works to ensure that young people with disabilities have access to meaningful livelihoods, workplace inclusion, and economic independence. Through its large-scale training centers, employer partnerships,… [Read More]
