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Funding wellbeing: supporting organisations to thrive
Why is funding wellbeing important? We surveyed organisations who received a wellbeing award last year to help them prioritise the wellbeing of their staff and volunteers. We're pleased to share the findings. Shemain Wahab, Esmée's Impact Support Manager also shares her reflections on this work.
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People seeking asylum in the UK deserve safety and dignity
Read our statement reiterating our support to organisations welcoming and supporting refugees in the UK. We also share responses from the sector about how the government's proposals on the asylum system will impact people.
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Pre-application Q&A Webinar: 17 September 2025
Watch a pre-application Q&A webinar we held on 17 September 2025 for organisations interested in applying to Esmée for support who have questions about our application process or guidance.
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Our support and solidarity
We are re-publishing our post from August 2024 with updated resources for organisations and communities facing a threat from the far right.
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Freshwater: Mid-strategy review
Our freshwater mid-strategy review explores changes since our strategy launched, progress made, challenges faced, and recommendations for Esmée and other funders. Simon Wightman, our Funding Manager Lead for Our Natural World, reflects on the findings, what’s next, and the potential impact of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report.
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Annual Report and Accounts 2024
Our 2024 Annual Report and Accounts gives an overview of our funding, investments and operations during the year.
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Review of diversity, equity and inclusion support
We're pleased to share a report reviewing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) support provided to organisations we fund through Funding Plus.
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Learning about youth power on the Involving Young People Collective
Gemma Moore shares reflections on her three years as a consultant on Esmée’s Involving Young People Collective, including what attracted her to her role, what she’s learned about youth power and lived experience, and what she’s gained from the experience.
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How can we support lived experience in the workplace
Together with Peer Power Youth and Place Matters, we're pleased to share a report, Supporting Employees with Lived Experience, with learning from 24 social impact organisations as part of a peer learning exchange on lived experience. Esmée Funding Manager, Genevieve Ford-Saville, writes about how the group came about and what's next for this work.
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