Unbound Philanthropy

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Typical grants: £50,000 – £350,000
Applications: By invitation only

Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.

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About Unbound Philanthropy

Unbound Philanthropy is a private, independent foundation established in 2003 by William Reeves and Deborah Berger to advance human rights and social justice for immigrants and refugees. Rooted in a belief in intrinsic human dignity, it works to foster societies where all enjoy dignity, safety, inclusion, and opportunity. The foundation takes a patient, trust-based approach, prioritising multi-year core funding, low bureaucracy, and amplifying the leadership of migrant communities. It stands out for its transatlantic clarity, narrative and policy synergy, and commitment to durable change through lived-experience leadership. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications, instead working through field research, networks, and expert referrals. It concentrates on migration-focused, anti-racism efforts with systemic impact, avoiding unrelated charity work. Collaboration, curiosity, and humility underpin its partnerships with grantees and fellow funders.

What Unbound Philanthropy funds

Unbound Philanthropy funds initiatives that deepen public support for inclusive societies, build campaigns and movements for rights and belonging, and drive legal, policy, and capacity-building for fairer migration systems. Key areas include advancing migrants' rights, combating racism and xenophobia, shifting migration narratives, policy reform, legal advocacy, civic engagement, and community infrastructure. The foundation supports refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented migrants, and those facing discrimination. Its work covers core costs, litigation, leadership development, and pilots, with a focus on systemic impact. Geographically, it funds UK-registered charities and community groups based in England, London, cities, and nationally, as well as across the US.

Who can apply

Unbound Philanthropy funds UK-registered charities and community groups, from small grassroots organisations to established sector leaders. It prioritises organisations led by or serving refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented migrants, and those facing discrimination. There are no income thresholds or religious restrictions. The foundation focuses on groups based in England, London, cities, and nationally. It does not accept unsolicited applications; invitations stem from field research, networks, and expert referrals.

How they like to fund

Unbound Philanthropy takes a patient, trust-based approach, prioritising multi-year core funding with low bureaucracy. It funds core costs, projects, capacity building, movement building, and collaborative work. The foundation amplifies leadership from migrant communities and works through field research, networks, and expert referrals, accepting no unsolicited applications.

How much does Unbound Philanthropy give?

£50,000 – £350,000

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FaithNo restriction

Focus areas

Ethnic minoritiesCommunity

How to apply to Unbound Philanthropy

Unbound Philanthropy does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Unbound Philanthropy provide?

Unbound Philanthropy typically provides grants of £50,000 - £350,000.

Where does Unbound Philanthropy fund charities?

Unbound Philanthropy funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Unbound Philanthropy accept unsolicited applications?

Unbound Philanthropy does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Unbound Philanthropy?

Unbound Philanthropy does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.