About us
Our History
The Henry Smith Foundation has been supporting people and communities in the UK for almost 400 years.
A successful businessman and moneylender, Henry Smith built his wealth through trade and property. When he died in 1628, he left a large sum of money behind to support people in need.
Today, our focus is on reducing social and economic disadvantage, backing work that is thoughtful, collaborative and rooted in lived experience.
We believe in forming strong, long-term relationships, listening to those with experience and providing flexible support. Our mission is to create the conditions where people and communities not only overcome adversity but have the power and tools they need to thrive.
Our People
Our work is shaped by a committed team of staff, trustees and volunteers who bring experience from across the charity, community, public and commercial sectors.
Staff
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Trustees
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Our approach
We want our work, and the way we do it, to reflect the kind of change we hope to see. That’s why we’re committed to embedding learning, reflection and equity in everything we do, and sharing insights for the benefit of all our partners.
Culture and Values
Our values inform the people and organisations we partner with and how we work with one another.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into every facet of our work.
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Governance
We aim to be transparent in how we work, how decisions are made and how we’re accountable.
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