East Head Impact
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- Typical grants
- £50,000 – £500,000
- Applications
- By invitation only
- Decisions
- As needed
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eastheadimpact.comAbout East Head Impact
East Head Impact is a UK charitable foundation established in 2021 by investment manager Marc Boughton. Governed by three trustees with expertise in philanthropy, asset management, and private equity, the foundation takes a rigorous, research-led approach to funding. Its mission is to achieve measurable systemic change for human wellbeing, educational access, and planetary sustainability. The foundation supports work across three interconnected pillars: health, education, and the environment. It emphasises collaborative partnerships and adaptive strategies, blending direct impact with scalability. East Head Impact stands out for its investment-savvy scrutiny and cross-sector co-funding approach, favouring multi-year interventions that can disseminate best practices.
What East Head Impact funds
East Head Impact funds mental and physical health initiatives, including sports injury prevention and mental health hubs. In education, it supports programmes for disadvantaged children, such as primary schooling and apprenticeships in Madagascar and Nepal. Environmental projects include UK coastal habitat restoration, for example through the Solent Seascape partnership. The foundation targets overlooked groups, including children in developing countries and youth facing mental health challenges. Funding spans both UK and international projects, with a preference for multi-year interventions that enable the dissemination of proven approaches. The foundation seeks work that is scalable and capable of achieving systemic change.
Who can apply
The foundation supports established charities and NGOs of medium to large size that can deliver high-impact, scalable work. There are no geographic, income, or religious restrictions; funding is available for both UK and international projects. East Head Impact prioritises organisations working with overlooked groups, such as children in developing countries and young people facing mental health challenges. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications; opportunities arise by invitation only, based on strategic fit and the potential for measurable systemic change.
What East Head Impact doesn't fund
East Head Impact does not fund unrestricted core costs or emergency relief. It also does not accept unsolicited applications, as it works by invitation only to ensure strategic alignment.
How they like to fund
East Head Impact favours multi-year grants that allow for sustained impact and the dissemination of best practices. It employs a rigorous, research-led selection process and often co-funds with other partners to leverage resources. The foundation works by invitation only, proactively identifying organisations that align with its strategic priorities. It emphasises collaborative partnerships and adaptive strategies, with a strong focus on accountability and measurable outcomes.
How much does East Head Impact give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
Good to know
How to apply to East Head Impact
East Head Impact does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does East Head Impact provide?
East Head Impact typically provides grants of £50,000 - £500,000.
Where does East Head Impact fund charities?
East Head Impact funds charities operating in the UK.
Does East Head Impact accept unsolicited applications?
East Head Impact does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from East Head Impact?
East Head Impact does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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