The Evan Cornish Foundation
The Evan Cornish Foundation was created in memory of the late Evan Cornish, a successful businessman, who passed away in 2002. The trustees decided to utilise funds in his name for the benefit of charitable activities and to put something back into the local and wider community.
How to apply
If your project fits with the Foundations Aim's and you have read and accepted our Terms and Conditions; please complete our Application form online.
The Trustees will consider your application at one of their quarterly meetings. A visit or meeting may be requested.
Find out if we can support your project
The Foundation has six central areas of work. Check that your project fits one or more of the Foundations Aims.
Featured case study
Hira Ghale
Bishaltar, North Nepal
11 November, 2009
Before the gravity ropeway was constructed, Hira had to pay a porter to carry his tomatoes down the mountain-side at a cost of 100 rupees per load.