Major gifts made to The Forward Trust are an investment in lasting change.
We work with leading philanthropists, their families and their advisors to support individuals from all walks of life to achieve transformational change – and lasting recovery. We define philanthropy as a gift of £5,000 or more.
We also welcome gifts from Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), and our dedicated team can advise on how to make the most of your investment.
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Since 1991, we have helped people achieve transformational change and lasting recovery. Unique in the sector, our work is backed by international evidence on what is required to achieve and maintain long-term recovery: someone to love, somewhere to live, something to do.
Significant philanthropic gifts from our generous partners fund ongoing recovery support, family support, housing and employment services, known as our Recovery and Belonging services. These enable individuals to maintain their progress after they leave one of our core frontline services.
As a philanthropic partner of The Forward Trust, you’ll be investing in our expert-led and evidence-based programmes that are critical to breaking the cycle - providing the guidance, tools and opportunities people need to sustain lasting recovery, leave behind crime, and live a good life.
“Forward changed my life. If it wasn’t for them, I would be dead now. I have everything back that I lost, and I am doing very well.” - Service user, The Forward Trust
When you choose to make a major gift, you will join our community of valued philanthropic partners. In recognition of your generous support, you will have a dedicated relationship manager to help you fulfil your giving strategy, and we will provide:
Receive bespoke reports and updates, bringing you closer to the projects you care about and demonstrating the real impact of your partnership.
Enjoy a personal welcome to our services and the opportunity to meet with people whose lives have been transformed by our work.
To a selection of high-profile and intimate special events, including opportunities to connect with senior experts across our organisation and meet other valued partners.
There are many ways to become a philanthropic partner of The Forward Trust.
From pledging a multi-year investment, giving through your Donor Advised Fund (DAF), hosting an event or making a one-off gift, we will work with you to explore opportunities for you to invest in a way that aligns with your interests and values.
We understand that giving a major gift is deeply personal. Whether you choose to allocate your funding to a particular service or give flexibly, allowing us to direct your gift to where it is needed most, your generosity will be greatly appreciated and create lasting change.
If you’re an individual philanthropist, looking to make a major donation as a family, or represent clients seeking to make a real, lasting difference with their giving strategy, we’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with our Partnerships Manager, Leah Crowther, today. We look forward to working with you.
