The John Foyles Charity was created in 1647 for the general relief of financial hardship affecting individuals living in Shaftesbury, Melbury and Cann in Dorset. Financial help for those in need in Shaftesbury
When you’ve got very little money coming in, it can be difficult to budget for unexpected expenses. Do you need financial assistance? We may be able to help if you live in Shaftesbury, Melb
ury or Cann in Dorset. If you think we can help, please complete our online application form. Here are some examples of the grants we have recently made:
Computers for children home schooling
Employment training costs
Hospital travel expenses
Fully paid home broadband connections
Installation of telephone helplines
Purchase of play equipment
Purchase of books and tools
Funding towards wheelchairs
Equipment for the disabled
Essential Household Goods
Essential home furnishings
Plus much, much more.. Easy and quick to apply for a grant
All applications are confidential. Before you start to complete our application form please ensure you meet our eligibility criteria:
The applicant must live in Shaftesbury, Melbury or Cann
The request must be necessary - the trustees will not make grants towards any non-essential items
The applicant must be in financial need - that means that they cannot afford to pay for the request (or part of it) themselves
The application must be supported by a relevant sponsor or professional - the trustees will not necessarily visit the applicant personally so they will rely on evidence given by a doctor, health worker, social worker, housing officer, councillor, church official or similar. If you feel you satisfy the criteria, the trustees would like to hear from you. Please visit https://www.johnfoyles.org.uk to start your application now.
