ABOUT THE TRUST
A lasting tribute.
A practical purpose.
Established in 2008, the Trust remembers Frankie through support for people and good causes. His own charitable work and gift for making people smile continue to inspire us.
Our community work today
WHY WE ARE HERE
Helping good
things happen.
The Trust raises and distributes funds to help groups and individuals with projects and everyday activities. Support comes from community fundraising, Frankie’s fans, organisations using his work, businesses and other charitable bodies.
The open days and entertainments at Wavering Down benefited a wide range of causes. These include:
- Children’s Hospice South West
- Weston Hospicecare
- St John Ambulance
- Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance
- National Gardens Scheme
- Local schools
- MS Therapy Centre
- SWORD fund for war veterans
- NSPCC
FRIENDS OF THE TRUST
Familiar faces.
Shared affection.
Sir Ian McKellen visited Dennis at Wavering Down. David Walliams and Rafe Spall also spent time there while preparing for Rather You Than Me, later becoming patrons.
Meet our patrons