Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation - London Division

The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation - London Division (IICF London), established in 2015 as the first international arm of the US-based IICF, unites the UK insurance sector in collective philanthropy to enhance the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people through grants, volunteering, and leadership. Led by senior executives from major firms, it embodies values of collaboration, impact, inclusion, and opportunity, focusing on systemic social mobility by breaking barriers for young people, marginalised groups, and those facing entrenched disadvantage via targeted interventions like mentoring, skills-building, employment readiness, and educational outcomes for underserved communities.

It funds specific, outcome-focused projects by grassroots and community-based UK-registered charities with at least a two-year track record, prioritising those demonstrating diversity, equity, and inclusion, typically with annual incomes of £250,000 to £15 million (smaller specialist projects possible). Geographically, it supports organisations across England, Wales, and Scotland, favouring areas with member company presence.

Grants range from £5,000 to £10,000 for one-year projects, renewable up to two more years, awarded annually via an invite-only process: nominations by member companies or board representatives are reviewed by the Grants Committee, followed by due diligence, shortlisting, and Board approval in Q1, with no public deadlines or unsolicited applications.

IICF London excludes core costs, salaries, running costs, endowments, research, or individual support, distinguishing itself through insurance sector-led collective action, volunteer integration, and measurable impact on social mobility—exemplified by recipients like City Gateway and Making the Leap—fostering long-term relationships and practical transformation over generalist funding.