Neumark Foundation

The Neumark Foundation, established in 2016 by Peter and Maria Neumark in North Wales, is a family-led philanthropy dedicated to enhancing the welfare and life prospects of children and young people up to age 26, particularly those facing social disadvantage, health challenges, disabilities, or isolation. Rooted in the founders' vision for their local community, it prioritises initiatives in education, employability, wellbeing, and social inclusion, guided by values of collaboration, responsiveness, and measurable impact. Its distinctive approach involves close partnerships with grantees, offering not just funding but networking, guidance, and tailored support to amplify outcomes.

The foundation funds projects addressing socioeconomic barriers, young carers, neurodivergence, bereavement, and cancer support, backing activities like educational workshops, youth programmes, community spaces, specialist equipment, and capacity building. Grant types include project-specific, core costs, and capital investments, with past recipients spanning local groups like Brighter Futures Rhyl and national ones like Starlight and Panathlon, emphasising proven, innovative solutions for disadvantaged youth.

Eligible applicants include charities, organisations, and individuals of any size—grassroots to established—with no income thresholds or religious restrictions, though priority goes to those operating in North Wales (especially Wrexham), Wales, or national efforts benefiting the region; unsolicited applications from anywhere are considered. Typical grants range from £5,000 to £25,000 (up to £50,000 for major projects), awarded on a rolling basis via initial expression of interest (EOI) followed by full application, with responses in 6-8 weeks. No explicit exclusions are noted, but its family governance, local focus, and holistic support set it apart for impactful youth interventions.