Intelligent Philanthropy

The Considered Ask is a community of investors dedicated to reducing social inequality in the UK.

Our intelligent approach to philanthropy is founded on three pillars:

The Ask Model

A rigorous selection process for suitable charities

Our expertise

A unique combination of investment and charity sector experience

The Considered View

A pioneering approach to impact measurement

The widespread inequality in Britain is irrefutable.

But we can change things. Together

Everyone deserves the right to learn and be helped to take control of their lives and contribute positively to society.

It’s by focusing on education, training and mental wellbeing that we believe we can take the greatest strides towards social equality.

OUR Focus

Education

Training

Mental Wellbeing

Too many people face socioeconomic disadvantages which prevent them from achieving their potential at school.

By the time young people leave school, disadvantaged students are on average 3.5 grades behind their peers.

Source: epi.org.uk

THE COMMUNITIES we support

“Society is failing to meet our collective responsibilities; failing to empower local communities, failing to provide decent jobs and lives, and to offer fair access to opportunities for all.” (Elliot Major & Machin, 2020)

the charities
we support

To date, The Considered Ask has invested in 38 UK charities. This is a spotlight on just some of the many charities we work with:

Future Frontiers aim to break the cycle of inequality in education. They deliver a two-year, evidence-based programme of career coaching for pupils.

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Breaking Barriers support refugees who have fled war and persecution to settle in the UK and build new lives.

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First Star is a national children’s charity dedicated to improving educational outcomes for young people growing up
in care.

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Shannon Trust transforms lives by supporting prisoners and ex-offenders
to learn to read.

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Future Frontiers aim to break the cycle of inequality in education. They deliver a two-year, evidence-based programme of career coaching for pupils.

Find out more

Breaking Barriers support refugees who have fled war and persecution to settle in the UK and build new lives.

Find out more

First Star is a national children’s charity dedicated to improving educational outcomes for young people growing up
in care.

Find out more

Shannon Trust transforms lives by supporting prisoners and ex-offenders
to learn to read.

Find out more