Ashley Tabor-King Foundation

The Ashley Tabor-King Foundation, established on 31 May 2018 by Ashley Daniel Tabor-King CBE—founder of Global Media & Entertainment—is a UK-registered charity dedicated to advancing the health and welfare of first responders (police, fire, ambulance, and emergency services personnel) suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, physical harm, or mental trauma linked to their work. It also supports young people through enabling activities that build skills, capacities, and employability for responsible societal participation, reflecting Tabor-King's philanthropic vision of addressing under-recognised challenges, promoting social mobility, and fostering resilience via strategic, high-impact interventions. Governed by a trustee board including prominent figures like The Lord Allen of Kensington, the Foundation emphasises proven governance, measurable outcomes, and trustee-led decisions without personal benefits.

Funding prioritises UK charities delivering mental health interventions, rehabilitation, and resilience-building for first responders, alongside youth programmes in education, talent development, and sectors like broadcast/digital media (e.g., £1.1 million to Global Academy). Grants support core costs, programme delivery, and capacity building for scalable projects benefiting those at risk of exclusion.

Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities or academic institutions based in the UK (England-wide focus), with a preference for medium-to-large, established organisations boasting robust governance and impact track records; unsolicited applications are not accepted—invites only via trustee identification. Typical grants range from £50,000 to £1.1 million (mostly £100,000–£400,000 for multi-year commitments), awarded adhoc through internal board reviews with no public deadlines or forms.

Distinctive for its twin thematic focus, personal founder commitment, and avoidance of small/emergency grants or misaligned causes, the Foundation stands out in direct strategic giving to high-potential entities driving first responder well-being and youth empowerment.