Aim Foundation

The Foundation funds three core themes. Under Early Years, it supports emotional and social development for vulnerable children from conception to school age. The Young People theme addresses mental health crises, especially among under-25s, through services, advocacy, policy change, and employment transitions, with a focus on underrepresented voices including disabled people, those affected by racial injustices, and LGBTQI+ communities. The Environment theme backs UK river and coastal restoration, global ocean protection, biodiversity, water quality, and climate mitigation. The Foundation prioritises East Anglia for direct services to disadvantaged groups, alongside UK-wide work. It supports projects, core costs, capacity building, and organisational development.

Eligible organisations are UK-registered charities and community interest companies (CICs). The Foundation prioritises disadvantaged children, young people, and vulnerable families, with particular attention to disabled people, those affected by racial injustices, and LGBTQI+ communities. For direct services, East Anglia is the primary focus, though UK-wide work is also considered. There are no income thresholds, but a track record of impact is expected. Applications are by invitation only; the Foundation proactively approaches organisations through its networks and research.

The Foundation rarely funds capital projects. It does not fund nutrition or health, as these areas are now addressed through a separate foundation. These exclusions reflect the Foundation's focus on its core themes and the existence of a separate foundation for health and nutrition.

The Foundation operates on an invite-only basis, taking a proactive and engaged approach. It is willing to fund core costs, capacity building, and organisational development, often supporting multi-year grants. The Foundation blends family involvement with independent expertise and is committed to transparent reporting.