The Hiscox Foundation
Also known as: The Roberts and Hiscox Foundation
The objects of the charity are to support or promote such charitable purposes as the trustees may determine, by the making of grants. The trustees focus charitable giving around three key pillars: social mobility and entrepreneurship, protecting and preserving the environment and causes that Hiscox people are passionate about.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the charity are to support or promote such charitable purposes as the trustees may determine, by the making of grants. The trustees focus charitable giving around three key pillars: social mobility and entrepreneurship, protecting and preserving the environment and causes that Hiscox people are passionate about.
Areas of Operation
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 19% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 520). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
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 | £1,738,487 | £1,209,890 | £1,185,659 | £9,851,162 | £9,851,162 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,700,784 | £1,273,120 | £1,248,830 | £9,518,720 | £9,518,720 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £334,243 | £1,110,047 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £827,807 | £1,016,611 | £996,937 | £9,714,783 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,033,274 | £1,453,502 | £1,417,809 | £9,682,939 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hiscox Foundation
What does The Hiscox Foundation do?
The objects of the charity are to support or promote such charitable purposes as the trustees may determine, by the making of grants. The trustees focus charitable giving around three key pillars: social mobility and entrepreneurship, protecting and preserving the environment and causes that Hiscox people are passionate about.
How much income did The Hiscox Foundation report in 2025?
The Hiscox Foundation reported total income of £1.74m and reported expenditure of £1.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hiscox Foundation?
The Hiscox Foundation has a program ratio of 68.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 520 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hiscox Foundation registered as a charity?
The Hiscox Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 December 1987 as charity number 327635. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Hiscox Foundation?
The Hiscox Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Lawrence Clarke. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hiscox Foundation operate?
The Hiscox Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hiscox Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Hiscox Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327635.
Details
22 BISHOPSGATE
LONDON
EC2N 4BQ
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Also Known As
- The Roberts and Hiscox Foundation
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated