Panmure Liberum Foundation

The Panmure Liberum Foundation, formerly the Liberum Foundation, is a UK-registered charity established in 2010 to empower disadvantaged young people in London by tackling barriers to education, employment, and wellbeing. Anchored in core values of opportunity, inclusion, and resilience, it drives enduring social impact through evidence-based interventions, supporting anchor charities like School Home Support and Place2Be to boost school attendance, family stability, skills development, and mental health outcomes. Its strategic, partnership-oriented approach favors sustained multi-year collaborations with experienced organizations delivering scalable services in schools and communities, reflecting close ties to the Panmure Liberum investment bank.

The foundation prioritizes relieving poverty, advancing education and training, enhancing recreation and social wellbeing, and promoting economic and community development for youth and families in deprived London areas. It funds both organizations and individuals, covering core costs and major service delivery in education and mental health, while governing documents allow broader England and Wales activity—though practice remains London-centric.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities, with a preference for medium to large established entities demonstrating expertise and capacity; no strict income thresholds apply, but grassroots or small groups are rarely supported. Typical grants range from £50,000 to £200,000 annually, often as multi-year commitments. Funding is invite-only via proactive trustee identification and networks—no unsolicited applications, open rounds, deadlines, or forms are accepted, with ad hoc decision-making. It excludes one-off projects, capital appeals, emergencies, and non-aligned activities, distinguishing itself through its hyper-focused urban youth remit and emphasis on systemic, long-term social mobility.