Established in 2008 by Haslers Accountants, and a Charity Commission registered charity since 2013 the Haslers Foundation is committed to providing grants and services to people in need within Essex and London.

In just the first five months of 2024 the team at Haslers have run half marathons, competed in the Vertical Rush, the Nuclear Race in Brentwood and our football took part in the World Cup on Sea Football Competition in Southend.  Haslers also hosted their Annual Big Quiz which was supported by over 100 people from local businesses and charities.

So far, 2024 has been another busy year for project funding. In January the Haslers Foundation provided funding to Waltham Abbey-based foodbank, 3Food4U, to cover 8 weeks of fresh fruit and vegetables. Pesh at the charity said “The Haslers Foundation have been constant supporters of 3Food4U since we launched. It’s an amazing show of community support!”

January also saw the Haslers Foundation donate to Sunny Days Children’s Cancer Fund. The funds provided a specialist buggy to a young child, which has delighted him and his family as they are now able to enjoy days out.

In February, the Foundation supported the Chelmer Youth Club to provide young people with two memorable days out. Charity Manager, Paul Spain said “The donation has been transformative for the Club – their donation has provided 2 activity days for 20 young people. This gives young individuals access to activities that otherwise would be out of reach for them.

In March, the Foundation team were pleased to fund  requests from Redbridge-based charity, The Dream Factory and Loughton-based charity, Freedom2.

Avril Mills of the Dream Factory said “Haslers Foundation’s generous donation to The Dream Factory sponsored a young man’s dream of going to Center Parcs with his family to spend quality time and create special moments to cherish”.

Mel Manning of Freedom2 – a women’s safety charity said “the donation was instrumental in the launch of our pilot project. FREEDOM 2 Travel Safely providing workshops facilitating crucial discussions on creating safe travel environments for women and girls within our local community.

On the recent donations, Haslers Chairman, Jon O’Shea said ‘”Each of these testimonials represents just a fraction of the incredible causes we’ve had the privilege to support this year.

With great pride, since 2008, we have donated almost £250,000 to help local charities change lives.  With our roots firmly planted in London and Essex since 1951, our commitment to our local community remains unwavering.”

Charities can download the Haslers Foundation application form here: www.haslers.com/foundation