Dorset Community Foundation

We’re a charitable organisation focused on helping people give back to Dorset to improve the lives of others. We do this by connecting philanthropic people with local causes that matter to them: people who have the inclination or capacity to give but who lack the time, knowledge and experience to put this into practice. Many people in our county face disadvantage – some live in areas that are among some of the poorest in the UK, while others struggle with mental health issues, loneliness, disability or discrimination. Our expertise inspires donors to give to those most in need and, because of the partnerships we form, communities in Dorset have benefitted from almost £14 million of grants since 2000.