The Ashmore Foundation
The Ashmore Foundation supports causes within the Emerging Markets, particularly though not exclusively to the countries and communities in which the Ashmore Group invests. Our grant making policy is wide ranging but maintains a special focus on initiatives in education, livelihoods and social enterprise which benefit those most vulnerable and which support long-term self development.
Activities & Mission
The Ashmore Foundation supports causes within the Emerging Markets, particularly though not exclusively to the countries and communities in which the Ashmore Group invests. Our grant making policy is wide ranging but maintains a special focus on initiatives in education, livelihoods and social enterprise which benefit those most vulnerable and which support long-term self development.
Grants
The Ashmore Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £129,667
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £940,601 | £129,667 | £122,095 | £10,102,160 | £10,102,160 | 1 / 15 |
| 2024 | £980,319 | £427,048 | £394,618 | £9,448,311 | £9,448,311 | 1 / 10 |
| 2023 | £950,866 | £537,045 | £519,376 | £8,591,151 | £8,591,151 | 1 / 7 |
| 2022 | £1,484,562 | £343,351 | £342,569 | £8,385,755 | £8,385,755 | 1 / 4 |
| 2020 | £343,819 | £158,742 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ashmore Foundation
What does The Ashmore Foundation do?
The Ashmore Foundation supports causes within the Emerging Markets, particularly though not exclusively to the countries and communities in which the Ashmore Group invests. Our grant making policy is wide ranging but maintains a special focus on initiatives in education, livelihoods and social enterprise which benefit those most vulnerable and which support long-term self development.
How much income did The Ashmore Foundation report in 2025?
The Ashmore Foundation reported total income of £941k and reported expenditure of £130k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ashmore Foundation registered as a charity?
The Ashmore Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 2008 as charity number 1122351. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Ashmore Foundation?
The Ashmore Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Patrick Cadell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ashmore Foundation operate?
The Ashmore Foundation operates across 4 areas: Colombia, India, Indonesia and Peru.
Is The Ashmore Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Ashmore Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122351.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated