Giving grants
We work in partnership with grant-making trusts and foundations in the UK and around the world to
address areas of common concern relating to the development and education of individuals with Down syndrome.
We are uniquely positioned to make a substantial impact for young people with Down syndrome everywhere
through innovative and practical research, and through world-leading and extensive information dissemination
and communication activities.
Track record
The charity has a track record of over two decades' experience working with a range of respected grant-makers
to deliver real benefits to young people with Down syndrome.
Project funders in recent years have included: The Big Lottery
Fund
,
BBC Children in Need
,
The Freemasons' Grand Charity
,
The Esmée
Fairbairn Foundation
,
The Rufford Maurice Laing Foundation
,
and The Lloyds TSB Foundation for England and Wales
.
Our unique contribution
"The charity is now central to the worldwide understanding and sharing of research from
many academics and longer-term experience of those working with generations of children with Down syndrome."
(from the Making Sense of SEN report by
New Philanthropy Capital
).
New directions
The charity has published an updated strategy for the next 5 years, setting out our vision for how we
will help people with Down syndrome achieve more.
International support
The charity's activities make an impact around the world. We are keen
to work with international foundations and institutions who would like to join with us to help people
with Down syndrome everywhere achieve more in all areas of their development.
Find out more about international giving...
Vital local services
Alongside our international activities, the charity continues to provide vital services for children
with Down syndrome and their families in Portsmouth and surrounding areas in southern England. We always
welcome support from local funders to support these popular services.
Annual reports
If you want to know more about how we spend the money we receive, you can read our
Annual Report and Accounts...
Fundraising costs and standards
Find our more
If you would like to know more about how we can work with you to improve the lives of young people with
Down syndrome, please contact giving@downsed.org or
call or write.