The Dian Plant Charitable Trust provides grants to UK-registered charities that align with its mission of supporting animal welfare. To ensure funding is directed where it will have the greatest impact, the Trust has specific eligibility criteria and funding priorities.

The Dian Plant Charitable Trust provides grants to UK-registered charities whose missions align with its core objectives. Specifically, the Trust funds projects that benefit or protect animals, relieve animals from suffering, or promote education and understanding of animals.

Funding applications need to be submitted at least two weeks before the below Trustee meeting dates:

September 13th, 2025

March 13th, 2026

September 18th, 2026

Yes, you can if it is in line with what the Trust funds.

Grants requested must not exceed a total of £15,000. In exceptional circumstances, larger amounts might be considered.

Applications are reviewed by the Trustees twice a year and assessed on need and how closely they align with the objectives of The Dian Plant Charitable Trust.

Applicants will be informed of a decision two weeks after the date of the Trustee Board meetings.

If you are successful, you will be informed two weeks after the decision is made by the Trustees and contacted for additional information.

Yes, you will be required to write a report detailing the impact of the funding at the end of the project/campaign.

If unsuccessful, you can reapply for funding the following year.

No, currently we do not support charities based or working in Northern Ireland.