Azouz Foundation

The Azouz Foundation is a UK charitable trust established in June 2023 by members of the Azouz family, with Edward Azouz as chair and predominantly family trustees. Operating as a generalist grant-maker, its core mission is to provide grants to individuals and organisations for broad charitable purposes across England and Wales, delivering public benefit without thematic restrictions or a targeted social focus. Guided by standard governance including safeguarding and risk management, it emphasises flexible, discretionary support to charities and voluntary bodies, reflecting a traditional family foundation approach with no published theory of change or strategic priorities.

It funds general charitable activities for both individuals and organisations, covering core costs and projects without specified causes, beneficiary groups, or exclusions. No thematic patterns emerge from public reports, making it suitable for diverse charitable needs rather than issue-specific initiatives; substantial grants were awarded in its first year, though details remain unpublished.

Eligible applicants are strictly UK-registered charities based in England or Wales, with no income thresholds, size limits, or other criteria disclosed—small and large entities may qualify at trustees' discretion. It does not accept unsolicited applications, lacking an official website, forms, or guidance; funding occurs via direct trustee decisions without open calls, deadlines, or meeting schedules.

Distinctive for its unrestrictive policy and broad eligibility, the Foundation stands out as a flexible generalist amid sector-specific funders, though its opaque process limits proactive approaches—charities should monitor Charity Commission updates for potential invited opportunities. No religious or other restrictions apply.