Our expertise

Philanthropy

Tailored philanthropic services helping families build a lasting charitable legacy — from Donor Advised Funds and ESG investing to charity trusteeship, Foundation governance and next generation giving programmes.

Who this is for

Families with philanthropic ambitions, entrepreneurs seeking to establish a giving legacy, those wanting to align investment portfolios with values, and families looking to involve the next generation in meaningful charitable giving.

What we offer

Our philanthropy services

Donor Advised Fund Facility

Expert advice on establishing and managing DAFs — flexible, tax-efficient charitable giving with immediate Gift Aid benefit, allowing clients to give in a structured and effective manner.

Charity Trusteeship

Establishment, registration and administration of charitable trusts and charitable companies — providing independent, experienced trusteeship to support effective governance of your charitable foundation.

Charitable Giving Advice & Administration

Strategic advice on grant-making, cause selection and giving governance, alongside full administrative support including regulatory compliance, tax returns, annual accounts and Gift Aid submissions.

ESG Investing

Guidance on structuring ethical investment portfolios that align with client values — integrating environmental, social and governance considerations without sacrificing financial return objectives.

Impact Investing

Advisory services for investments generating financial returns while creating measurable positive social and environmental outcomes — bridging the gap between portfolio and philanthropic goals.

Next Gen Education

Engaging the next generation in philanthropy through structured giving programmes and family governance constitutions that instil philanthropic values and prepare younger family members for responsible stewardship.

Charity Administration

Full charity administration support including Charity Commission annual returns, Companies House accounts and confirmation statements, corporation tax returns, annual accounts preparation, Gift Aid returns and independent examiner services.

How we work

Our approach

01
Define

We help you define your philanthropic vision — values, causes, geography and the lasting legacy you want to build across generations.

02
Structure

We establish the right vehicle — DAF, charitable foundation or charitable trust — and handle all legal, regulatory and tax aspects of setup.

03
Give

We support your grant-making and giving — identifying causes, due diligence on charities, Gift Aid claims, impact measurement and reporting.

04
Evolve

We help your philanthropy grow and evolve across generations — engaging family members and building shared values that transcend the individual.

The team

Who you'll work with

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