Rathbones Group Foundation

The Foundation supports youth-focused initiatives that enhance education, employability, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and wellbeing. It also occasionally funds broader efforts in health, social exclusion, and community resilience. Grants are directed towards project delivery and capacity building for UK charities and not-for-profits working with young people. Programmes that foster measurable, enduring social mobility are favoured. The geographic focus is UK-wide, with a preference for areas near Rathbones offices.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and not-for-profits that work with vulnerable and at-risk young people. The Foundation typically partners with established organisations that have a proven track record. There is a preference for charities based near Rathbones offices across the UK. The Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, it proactively selects partners through trustee and local advisory panel reviews.

The Foundation does not fund capital projects, emergency appeals, or unrestricted grants that fall outside its youth priorities. It avoids funding that does not align with its focus on addressing social disadvantage and expanding opportunities for young people.

The Foundation works by invitation, proactively selecting partners rather than accepting unsolicited applications. It supports both project delivery and capacity building, offering one-off and multi-year grants. Funding is linked to the company's pre-tax profits, and the Foundation emphasises durable change through its corporate network and partnership approach.