Lloyd’s of London
Foundation

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What we do

Established and funded by Lloyd’s, the Lloyd’s of London Foundation provides a platform for charitable activity and engagement across the Corporation and Lloyd's market. Our strategic charity partnerships focus on two areas – social mobility through education and disaster recovery and resilience. 

The mission of the Lloyd’s of London Foundation is to deliver long-term, meaningful social impact that engages stakeholders and leverages Lloyd’s unique convening position.

Lloyd's of London Foundation Research Grant

Supporting research that helps build a more resilient future

The Lloyd's of London Foundation Research Grant supports innovative research that improves understanding of risk and delivers practical benefits for society. The programme funds projects that help communities better understand, prepare for and respond to risk, with a particular focus on climate change adaptation and mitigation and related societal challenges.

Funding is available for projects from universities, research institutions, registered charities and other organisations whose work contributes to greater risk awareness, resilience and protection. Research supported by the Foundation must be openly accessible and designed to create meaningful impact for communities in the UK and around the world. 

Applications now live

Applications for the Lloyd's of London Foundation Research Grant are now open.

Applicants may apply for funding for either a one-year research project of up to approximately £100,000 or a project lasting up to two years, with funding of approximately £50,000 per year. Applications will be assessed against the programme criteria and funding priorities outlined in the application guidance.

Please note applications close Monday 31 August 2026.

Download the Application Guidelines Apply here

Lloyd's University Bursary Programme

Lloyd’s of London Foundation runs a university bursary scheme to encourage students from London to apply and go to university outside of the capital. Being open to studying at university outside of London widens your university choices. University gives you the chance to become more independent and ambitious, and experience new challenges that push you outside of your comfort zone. All these elements help you develop, preparing yourself for a successful future career.

Successful students will be awarded a bursary for three years to assist with living expenses during their undergraduate degree.

The application period for the bursary programme is now open. It will close on 14 June 2026.

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Lloyd’s Market Charity Awards

The Lloyd’s Market Charity Awards is an annual event that celebrates colleagues across the Lloyd’s market for their outstanding charitable work and contributions to society. The Awards recognise individuals, teams and businesses who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to charitable causes. Each winner’s chosen charity receives a one‑off donation.

Lloyd’s Market Charity Awards

Meet our charity and community partners

East London Business Alliance

Through a range of voluntary-based programmes, businesses can bring their time, skills and expertise to support community organisations in east London who lack the funding and resources to carry out their important work.
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The Passage

The Passage is a homeless charity supporting the poorest and most vulnerable adults of our society, who are currently experiencing street homelessness or are at risk of becoming street homeless. We support the Passage to deliver their Employment Service which provides a range of services such as employability workshops, digital training, career consultations, and mock interviews to support individuals to realise their aspirations and to transition away from homelessness permanently.
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British Red Cross

When disaster strikes, the Red Cross will be there for people when the worst happens. People need relief and help to recover after a disaster. We provide urgent aid to support them, including first aid, food, clean water and shelter, cash to buy essentials like warm clothing and medicine, and emotional support. All funds raised through our partnership with Lloyd’s of London will go towards our Disaster Fund, helping us respond to disasters in the UK and around the world including armed conflict, climate emergencies like wildfires, flooding and drought, and natural disasters including earthquakes and tsunamis.
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Our impact

Case study: Education for All

Through our Africa team, the Lloyd’s Asia-Pacific Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region supports Education For All (EFA).

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Who we are

Board of trustees

The Lloyd’s of London Foundation is an independent charity managed by a board of trustees that support the governance and operations of the charity.

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Get in touch

Email the Lloyd’s Charity team.

charity@lloyds.com

Lloyd’s of London Foundation, charity registration number 207232, One Lime Street, London, EC3M 7HA