The Charity Programme
ESSENTIAL FOODS is about much more than profit - although we take great pride in running a successful business. ESSENTIAL FOODS is our founder's vision of a company that can and will make a difference. For dogs and other living beings and their habitat.
In other words we are a purpose driven company, working every day to change the world to being a better place for animals and the nature.
The heart of our charitable activity lies within the ESSENTIAL Charity Program. This expands every year. Our publicly annonced goal is £100.000 yearly (1.000.000DKK).
In 2023
.. we made the following donations and will continue to work just as hard on it this year – if not harder! ESSENTIAL FOODS' contribution for 2023 was £150,058
ESSENTIAL FOODS SUPPORTS
112 Carlotagalgos
Fantastic shelter for abused dogs in Malaga Spain.
Donation: Meals for £38,728.32
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Emergency Fund
ESSENTIAL FOODS are ready with food & supplies for dogs in emergencies.
Donation: Meals for £25,780.35
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Tøstrup Cat Shelter & Animal Welfare
One of the most important shelters for cats in need in Scandinavia.
Donation: Cash & meals for £23,121.39
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International Anti-Poaching Foundation
We have 6 dedicated rangers on our payroll fightings against the poachers of the rhinos
Donation: £15,606.94
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SOI Dogs Foundation
A helping hand for dogs that can use all the help they can get.
Donation: £13,872.83
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ORPAK Serbia
A shelter making a real difference. ORPAK Serbia advocates the improvement of law and protection of animals.
Donation: Meals for £8,670.52
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Rescue dogs in Greece
Has for many years made the whole difference for many dogs and cats in Greece
Donation: Cash and meals for £4,624.28
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Dogs of Portugal
Helps Homeless dogs in Portugal
Donation: Meals for £5,780.35
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Mariannes Dog Food Bank
Direct help for street dogs
Donation: Meals for £4,046.24
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Sea Shepherds
Right behind you Captain!
Donation: £2,890.17
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Vets Without Borders
Helps challenged animals in exposed areas worldwide
Donation: £1,734.10
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WildLife SOS India
Do you remember the elephant who was released after 30 years in captivity? These are the heroes!
Donation: £1,734.10
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NonHuman Rights Project
Steven M. Wise have a mission to give animal better legal rights - We are right behind him!
Donation: £1,156.07
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Elephant Sanctuary
This amazing creature get love & care at 3 sanctuaries after a life of human abuse.
Donation: £1,156.07
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Friends of Hedgehogs
Who does not love these little charmer? They live a dangerous life however - we support the work for their aid.
Donation: £1,156.07
100% PALM OIL FREE
It's their homes. Not ours. All of ESSENTIAL FOODS' meals, pâté and treats are 100% palm oil free.
£100.000+ YEARLY DONATION
ESSENTIAL FOODS donates £100,000+ yearly to protect vulnerable animals and our oceans for a better future.
NO KRILL
ESSENTIAL FOODS' meals, pâté and treats are always without krill. This is a vital foods for whales.
100% RECYCLABLE PLASTIC
Most of ESSENTIAL FOODS' packaging is 100% recyclable, reducing waste, saving resources, and protecting nature for a cleaner, greener future.
In our Founder's heart
In addition there's "the legacy". The founder of ESSENTIAL FOODS have chosen to bequeath half of his inheritance to 13 selected organisations, all working for the above goals. Among the selected organisations are: WWF, Greek Dogs Foundation, RSCPA, SOI Dog Foundation, Redorgangutanen.dk, Sea Shepherd, WILD AID & Rain Forrest Alliance.