The Shm Foundation
The SHM Foundation works globally to bring about positive social change through projects in the areas of learning and citizenship, health, education and the arts with the aim to provide communities and individuals with the practical tools they need to develop innovative solutions. It uses knowledge from the humanities and social sciences to understand human motivation to address social challenges.
Activities & Mission
The SHM Foundation works globally to bring about positive social change through projects in the areas of learning and citizenship, health, education and the arts with the aim to provide communities and individuals with the practical tools they need to develop innovative solutions. It uses knowledge from the humanities and social sciences to understand human motivation to address social challenges.
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.
Show all 17 areas of operation Hide areas of operation
Country
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,013,550 | £985,606 | £985,606 | £1,532,873 | £357,364 | 4 / 1 |
| 2024 | £908,509 | £916,637 | £916,637 | £972,695 | £581,514 | 3 / 8 |
| 2023 | £991,305 | £846,576 | £846,576 | £980,823 | £256,491 | 3 / 7 |
| 2022 | £738,740 | £738,531 | £738,531 | £836,094 | £256,241 | 3 / 5 |
| 2021 | £741,295 | £578,240 | £578,240 | £835,885 | £501,106 | 3 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Shm Foundation
What does The Shm Foundation do?
The SHM Foundation works globally to bring about positive social change through projects in the areas of learning and citizenship, health, education and the arts with the aim to provide communities and individuals with the practical tools they need to develop innovative solutions. It uses knowledge from the humanities and social sciences to understand human motivation to address social challenges.
How much income did The Shm Foundation report in 2025?
The Shm Foundation reported total income of £1.01m and reported expenditure of £986k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Shm Foundation registered as a charity?
The Shm Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 2008 as charity number 1126568. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Shm Foundation?
The Shm Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Henrietta Moore DBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shm Foundation operate?
The Shm Foundation operates across 17 areas, including Ecuador, Guatemala, Indonesia and 14 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Shm Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Shm Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126568.
Details
20-22 BEDFORD ROW
LONDON
WC1R 4EB
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesTrustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated