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Philanthropic giving

This page is for trusts, foundations and major donors. Find out how philanthropic giving helps us defeat meningitis and save lives, and how you can make a donation.

Our impact

  • Helping those affected by meningitis with expert advice and support

    Last year, we delivered over 391,000 resources to UK families affected by meningitis.

  • Funding meningitis research

    We’ve invested over £19.5 million and awarded 164 research grants to date.

  • Driving awareness, vaccine rollouts and global policy

    Such as through the Global Meningitis Genome Partnership and WHO’s Road Map to Defeat Meningitis.

  • Co-ordinating World Meningitis Day

    Launched in 2009, it’s now the biggest global action day for meningitis, engaging 135+ countries.

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Trusts and foundations
Major donors
Our team
Making a donation

Interested in working with us?

  • Step 1: Get in touch

    Interested in supporting our mission as a major donor or through a charitable trust or foundation? Reach out to a member of the team to start the conversation.

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  • Step 2: Tell us about your philanthropic goals

    Once we hear from you, we’ll arrange a conversation to learn more about your values, interests, and the kind of impact you’d like to make.

  • Step 3: We’ll help align your giving with the work that matters most to you

    Using everything you’ve shared, we’ll develop a bespoke proposal that aligns with your goals and ensures your support makes the greatest possible impact.

Trusts and foundations

We work with charitable trusts and foundations that are interested in joining our mission to defeat meningitis. Whether you're considering a one-off grant or a long-term partnership, we’ll work closely with you to ensure your grant delivers the greatest possible impact.

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Major donors

We recognise that your giving is deeply personal, and we are committed to working closely with you to align your vision with our mission. Whether through a single transformational gift or an ongoing commitment, we will help translate your generosity into life saving action.

We ensure your investment has the greatest possible impact, from supporting breakthrough research to providing vital support for those impacted by meningitis. Your gift is a meaningful step towards a world free from meningitis.

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Our team

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Joe Goodlad

Senior Trusts & Grants Manager
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Joe Goodlad

Senior Trusts & Grants Manager