What does Garfield do?

The Garfield Weston Foundation is a prominent charitable grant-making organization in the United Kingdom, established in 1958 by Willard Garfield Weston. The Foundation was created with a significant endowment of shares in Associated British Foods, reflecting a commitment to "practical philanthropy." Governed by a board of nine trustees, all descendants of the founder, the Foundation actively supports a wide range of charitable causes across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. The Foundation provides unrestricted financial grants to UK-registered charities, Charitable Incorporated Organisations, and exempt charities. It supports various sectors, including arts, community, education, environment, faith, health, museums and heritage, welfare, and youth. Grants typically range from £1,000 to £10 million, with an average size of around £44,000. The Foundation distributes approximately £80 million to £100 million annually, having awarded nearly £1.7 billion since its inception. Its mission is to make a positive impact on communities and support organizations that strive for excellence in their charitable work.