Futures for Kids

Futures for Kids is a London-based charitable foundation established in February 2008 by professionals in the futures and derivatives industry, dedicated to raising funds and making targeted grants to improve the lives and prospects of disadvantaged children and young people globally. Inspired by grassroots charities like WeSeeHope, it embodies values of compassion, partnership, and proactive engagement, fostering a culture of industry-led giving through corporate events and direct donations. Managed by volunteer trustees with financial expertise and no paid staff, the foundation prioritizes sustained, transformational change via rigorous selection of high-impact charities.

It funds initiatives advancing education, health, poverty relief, housing, disability support, food security, and overseas aid, with a focus on emotional/social support, skills training, economic empowerment, and community solutions for disadvantaged children and youth. Past grantees include WeSeeHope (Africa resilience), Snow Camp (UK youth sports), Room to Read (global literacy), and Place2Be (UK mental health), spanning grassroots organizations in over 20 countries.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities of small to medium size, especially grassroots groups demonstrating measurable outcomes; no geographic restrictions apply, supporting UK and international work without income thresholds or religious limits. Applications are unsolicited via downloadable form emailed on a rolling basis, covering projects, core costs, and capacity building, with no fixed deadlines or multi-stage process.

Typical grants range from £5,000 to £25,000. With no stated exclusions beyond charitable alignment, Futures for Kids stands out for its financial sector ties, rapid mobilization for urgent needs, international reach, and emphasis on enduring economic empowerment for the most vulnerable children.