Daisy Trust

The Daisy Trust, established in 1982, is a grant-making charity dedicated exclusively to supporting disadvantaged residents of all ages in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Operating from local fundraising through volunteer-driven community events like fairs and balls, it channels resources into charitable causes that strengthen the borough's social fabric, foster cohesion, and address pockets of need amid relative affluence. Its ethos emphasizes hyper-local impact, partnership with grassroots organizations, and pragmatic support for overlooked groups, guided by trustees with deep borough ties who prioritize transformative community wellbeing over narrow themes.

The Trust funds a broad spectrum of initiatives benefiting vulnerable populations—such as children, families, older people, and those at risk of exclusion—including community development, education, health, social welfare, cultural enrichment, and practical services like food projects, inclusive school activities, and arts events. It supports both specific projects and core costs for small to medium-sized local charities and voluntary groups with strong roots and direct work in the borough, aiming for measurable enhancements in quality of life.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities or community groups operating solely within Hammersmith and Fulham; there are no religious restrictions or strict income thresholds, though preference leans toward grassroots entities. Applications are unsolicited via an online form on a rolling basis, with no deadlines—trustees review as received and may request more details. Typical grants range from a few hundred to several thousand pounds, reflecting modest annual expenditure in the tens of thousands. It excludes individuals, external activities, and national organizations, distinguishing itself through responsive, resident-informed giving that fills local funding gaps.