About Us

The Foundation was set up as a generalist grantmaking trust in 1971. We continue with the broad philanthropic interests of our benefactor Sir John Ellerman, while reflecting changing times.

Our people

We value our relationships with grantholders.

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We aim to advance the wellbeing of people, society and the natural world by focusing on the arts, environment and social action. We believe these areas, both separately and together, can make an important contribution to wellbeing.

For grantholders

This section is for those who have a grant at the moment. It explains our grant conditions and what we need from you when you receive a grant.