DWF Foundation

Foundation journey

Since December 2015, the Foundation has been the focus of charitable giving for DWF and reflects DWF values and culture of contribution. As of December 2025, the Foundation had distributed grants totalling over £1.5million to good causes. Those grants were made possible by DWF's fundraising activities and donations.

All operating costs associated with running the Foundation are covered by DWF, so every penny raised goes to support good causes.

Today, through the combined philanthropic efforts of both DWF and the DWF Foundation, opportunities are being created for people to believe, inspire and change.

We are thrilled to mark the DWF Foundation’s 10th Anniversary in December 2025 – a decade of making a difference together! Over the years, we’ve awarded more than £1.5 million to support communities and create lasting impact. This milestone is a testament to the passion and generosity of everyone who has supported us along the way.

Here’s to the next 10 years of changing lives!

The DWF Foundation supports registered charities with an impact in one or more of the following areas:

• Homelessness

• Health and wellbeing

• Employability

• Education

• Environment and Sustainability

These themes also align to DWF's purpose and enable us to work together to maximise the support given to communities. 

Grants are given to initiatives that develop and improve local communities by:

• Tackling a specific community issue.

• Helping voluntary and community groups become more effective and efficient.

• Encouraging the involvement in the community of those too often excluded.

• Enabling young people to develop skills for the benefit of the community.

How to apply

If you are a registered charity working in a country where DWF has a presence and would like to make an application for a grant, please complete the online DWF Foundation application form.

Only requests received via the online application process will be considered.

Please refer to the grant guidelines before you submit your application.

To find out more, please visit DWF Foundation | DWF