27 August 2024
Hospital Saturday Fund
The Twelfth Earl of Meath established The Hospital Saturday Fund, a registered charity, in 1873 at a time when there was very little government aid for people in need of health care. The fund was named “Saturday” because this was the day when most people were normally paid. Every Saturday, workers put aside small amounts of money to contribute towards the upkeep of their local hospitals.
The Hospital Saturday Fund provides grant funding to registered health charities such as hospitals, hospices and medical organisations for medical projects, care, research or support of medical training taking place in the United Kingdom.
There are two levels of awards:
- Standard Grants of £2,000 or €3,000
- Larger Grants of up to £10,000 or €13,500
Funding can assist with medical projects, capital projects, medical care or research, hospice/respite care, medical training and running costs.
Large Grants are awarded for specific projects, research or equipment rather than running costs.
The 2024 closing dates for applications are:
- Large Grants – 3 April, 12 June, 27 August, 2 December.
- Standard Grants – 4 January, 1 May, 10 July, 23 September.
The Grant Making Committee meets quarterly. Applications should be submitted online by close of business on the deadline date.
Guidelines and an online application form are available on the HSF website. Paper and letter applications will not be accepted.
All applicants will receive an email indicating the result of the application.