About Us

Fredericks Foundation was set up in 2001 by Paul Barry-Walsh, a successful entrepreneur in his own right who wanted to help others who aspire to run their own business but are unable to obtain the necessary support to do so.

As a result of the economic downturn, as well as helping the long-term unemployed, Fredericks Foundation has branched out to assist existing companies in need of finance who are unable to obtain it from their bank.

The charity is funded in a number of different ways, including substantial donations from its founder on a regular basis.  Over the years we have been in receipt of funds from the European Social Fund and the Phoenix Fund.  We also have a number of affiliated businesses that annually donate 1% of their profits as well as giving up some of their time in support of the work of Fredericks.

One of our major fundraising events over the last six years has been the Hannibal Challenge.  Each year up to 100 walkers have traversed the Alps, where Hannibal walked before them, and raised money in sponsorship for the Foundation.