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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1135176
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The Simon Drew Foundation is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1135176. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Philippines and Lebanon. The register describes its activities as: “For the public benefit, the relief of those in financial need, hardship and distress by the advancement of education of those young people and adults in the Philippines and Lebanon with the aim of developing their potential by funding education, instruction or training in professions, vocations, industries, crafts…” Its charitable objects are: “For the public benefit, the relief of those in financial need, hardship anddistress by the advancement of education of those young people andadults in the Philippines (and such other countries in the world as thetrustees think fit including the countries that make up the unitedkingdom) with the aim of developing…” In the year to 24 Sept 2025 it reported income of £1,331 and spending of £216.
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From the charity register and the funder's published information.
Latest income
£1,331
Latest spending
£216
- What it funds
- Education / training
- Who it helps
- Children / young peopleOther defined groups
- How it gives
- Makes grants to individualsMakes grants to organisations
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Sept 2025 | £1,331 | £216 |
| 24 Sept 2024 | £1,429 | £216 |
| 24 Sept 2023 | £1,434 | £374 |
| 24 Sept 2022 | £1,314 | £14.2k |
| 24 Sept 2021 | £1,620 | £216 |
Charitable objects
For the public benefit, the relief of those in financial need, hardship anddistress by the advancement of education of those young people andadults in the Philippines (and such other countries in the world as thetrustees think fit including the countries that make up the unitedkingdom) with the aim of developing their potential by fundingeducation, instruction or training in professions, vocations, industries,crafts, trades or in improving the skills they need to gain employment
Where it operates
Philippines, Lebanon
- Also known as
- Sdf
- Formerly
- Simon Drew Foundation
- Trustees
- 3
What The Simon Drew Foundation funds
The Simon Drew Foundation is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training for children / young people; the register records that it makes grants to individuals and makes grants to organisations. Over its last 5 reported years, to 24 Sept 2025, it spent £15.2k in total.
How to apply to The Simon Drew Foundation
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Simon Drew Foundation in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (simondrewfoundation.org.uk) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about The Simon Drew Foundation
Is The Simon Drew Foundation open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Simon Drew Foundation is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does The Simon Drew Foundation fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Philippines and Lebanon.
Does The Simon Drew Foundation give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that The Simon Drew Foundation makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How much does The Simon Drew Foundation give each year?
The register does not break out The Simon Drew Foundation's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 24 Sept 2025 was £216. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £3,044 a year.
How large is The Simon Drew Foundation?
In its latest reported year The Simon Drew Foundation reported income of £1,331 and spending of £216.
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