Hendy Foundation

The Hendy Foundation is a UK-based charitable organisation established in 2019 with the mission of supporting local communities through the provision of grants to local projects, people, events, and charitable organisations. The foundation focuses its efforts on areas in which the Hendy Group Ltd operates, specifically the counties of Devon, Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, and Kent.

Activities and Objectives

The foundation aims to foster community development by providing independent grants tailored to local needs. It supports a wide range of local initiatives, but explicitly excludes funding for national, international, religious, or political activities. Additionally, the foundation does not provide donations for running costs or overheads, instead awarding grants on a restricted fund basis to ensure the funds are used for specific community-beneficial projects.

The Hendy Foundation prioritises projects that directly benefit the local communities within the named counties where the Hendy Group has a presence. Their approach includes careful consideration of each application to ensure alignment with their goals of community support and development.

Operations

Since its inception, the Hendy Foundation has administered several grants supporting a diverse array of community projects and charitable organisations. Over time, the foundation has continued the Hendy Group's longstanding commitment to philanthropy and community engagement by establishing a dedicated, independent trustee board to oversee its activities.

Financials and Governance

For the financial year ending December 31, 2023, the Hendy Foundation reported a total income of £107,674 and expenditures amounting to £68,003. The charity operates with a small team consisting of five trustees and one volunteer, with no trustees receiving remuneration or benefits from the charity. The foundation does not have any trading subsidiaries and complies with the Charity Commission’s reporting requirements.

Geographical Focus

The Hendy Foundation’s grant-making is geographically restricted to the counties in southern England where the Hendy Group operates: Devon, Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. All funds donated and granted by the foundation must be spent within these regions, reinforcing a strong local community focus.

Legacy and Impact

The Hendy Foundation builds upon a multi-generational tradition of charitable work initiated by the Hendy Group, with a mission to continue and expand local philanthropic efforts with a structured and independent approach. Through its grants, the foundation contributes to a broad spectrum of community activities that enhance local well-being and development.

Charity Number: 1180518
Country: United Kingdom

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[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5126614 [2] https://www.hendyfoundation.org [3] https://www.hendyfoundation.org/what-we-do/ [4] https://www.hendy.co.uk/foundation [5] https://www.peoplesfundraising.com/donation/hendy-foundation