Kingsbridge Foundation
The Kingsbridge Foundation is the charitable arm of the Kingsbridge Healthcare Group, Northern Ireland’s largest healthcare provider and in partnership with the Community Foundation of Northern Ireland.
Want To Apply To The Kingsbridge Foundation?
Kingsbridge Foundation support charitable causes throughout Northern Ireland. There is no formal fund criteria and the awards are generally made directly from the fund advisors.
Meet The Committee
The Kingsbridge Foundation is made up of a committee of staff from across the Kingsbridge Healthcare Group and is led by Medical Director and Chairman of the Kingsbridge Foundation, Dr Martin Shields.
Our committee members serve as the bridge between the Kingsbridge Healthcare Group and the community:
- They are deeply committed to their community and to supporting it through our initiatives
- They are eager to assist, equipped with the knowledge, resources, and time to support our customers, colleagues, and the broader community
- They help individuals understand how to engage with the Kingsbridge Foundation and how they can benefit from it
- They can aid with application forms, provide contact information about our charity partners, and share other useful resources
- They manage a small community donation budget to offer financial support for community groups or events
- They serve as the point of contact for charities and community groups interested in getting involved with or learning more about the Kingsbridge Foundation
- They are also the contact point for staff and for coordinating fundraising activities at their location
The committee work alongside the Community Foundation NI to choose certain charities and community initiatives to support, with the Advisory Board having overarching authority on deciding where funds go. Recipients of the funds from our foundation will be vetted by the Community Foundation NI to ensure proper governance is in place.
Funding is NOT ring-fenced specifically to healthcare causes which gives the Advisory Board a broader scope of good causes to support.
Because the governance framework needs to be tight, funds from the Foundation are not permitted to go to individuals per se, unless channelled via a Charity.
How is the Foundation funded?
In 2022 when the Kingsbridge Foundation was launched, an initial contribution of £50,000 helped to get the fund started. The Community Foundation NI contributed an additional £5,000.
Following these initial donations, the Kingsbridge Foundation is funded on an ongoing basis through fundraiser events, staff and Consultant monthly contributions and all payments made via our car park located at the King’s Hall are directly donated to the fund.
With the support of our staff, Consultants, and patients we have raised over half a million pounds and supported over 90 projects right here in Northern Ireland.
Beneficiaries
As of the end of November 2025, the Kingsbridge Foundation has raised over £1,000,000.
Beneficiaries include the Zachary Geddis Break The Silence Trust, Pedal the Periphery and Cancer Fund For Children to name a few.
Who have we helped?
Take a look at just some of the many causes we have been able to help though the work of the Kingsbridge Foundation.
How can I get involved?
Fundraisers & Events
At the Kingsbridge Foundation we are always looking at ways in which we can continually raise funds.
So far this year, the Kingsbridge team have raised funds by participating in a range of events.
Examples include the Belfast City Marathon, Pedal the Periphery, Trek Slieve Donard and the Portrush Raft Race.
Kingsbridge staff also organise their own events including an annual Christmas Family Day and our new monthly ‘Foundation Fridays’ which focuses on a particular charity with a themed dress code, quizzes and goodies.
If you would like to choose the Kingsbridge Foundation as your fundraiser charity, please email [email protected] to find out how we can provide support.
Would You Like To Contact Us About the Foundation?
If you would like to get in touch with the Kingsbridge Foundation to find out more, please fill out our online enquiry form below.
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How to Apply
If you are an NI charity or local initiative and would like to apply for funding via the Kingsbridge Foundation, please fill out our online form.
Please read the following text before beginning your application
You are a locally based not-for-profit, voluntary or community group working in Northern Ireland to improve the quality of life for local people
You have an active management committee, with no two related cheque signatories.
You have a governing document, i.e. Constitution in the name of the applicant organisation.
You have a current bank account in the name of your organisation.
You have up to date annual accounts.
You have complied with the conditions of previous grants including submission of monitoring returns.
If you are unsure about any of the above text or have any other queries, then please contact the Grants Team on 028 9024 5927 or via email [email protected]