Our Ask Model is designed to deliver a rigorous analysis of a charity using 6 key performance areas.
THE ASK Model
PURPOSE •
IMPACT •
ADAPTIVE POTENTIAL •
LEADERSHIP •
FINANCES •
PEOPLE & RESOURCES •
PURPOSE •
IMPACT •
ADAPTIVE POTENTIAL •
LEADERSHIP •
FINANCES •
PEOPLE & RESOURCES •
This is a unique way of identifying and assessing high impact, high potential charities to enable us to support them as effectively as possible with our philanthropy.
This approach allows us to:
We take an intelligent approach to philanthropy, using our Ask Model to rigorously analyse charities’ impact and potential in order to make meaningful investments.
To date, we have researched over 1,092 organisations and have an active portfolio of 23 charities.
We aim to have a balanced portfolio combining proven impact with innovation.
We support organisations ranging from early-stage start-ups through to established national organisations – all with turnovers less than £5m.
1,092
Charities researched to-date
23
Charities currently supporting
£1.4m
Annual grant spend
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