Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees meet four times each year to set and oversee our strategy and objectives, monitor effectiveness, and to award certain grants made through our funding programmes. The Decision-making Committees listed below meet throughout the year to support the work of the Board and to make decisions on funding allocations.
Grant-making Committee
The Grantmaking Committee was established to strengthen our grantmaking by providing strategic oversight and ensuring alignment with our 2025–2030 strategy. Made up of trustees and senior staff, the committee meets bi-monthly to review funding proposals, monitor programme effectiveness, and advise on key strategic decisions. This structure supports our commitment to flexible, responsive and impactful funding, helping us respond to emerging needs, build strong partnerships, and contribute to lasting change.
Clergy, Christian Projects and Kindred Committees
The Clergy and Christian Projects Committee, and the Kindred Committee, are responsible for strategy and grant-making for these grant programmes.
Finance and General Purposes Committee
The Finance and General Purposes Committee is responsible for planning, budgeting and performance monitoring, organisational policies, staff remuneration, audit and risk management.
Governance and Nominations Committee
The Governance and Nominations Committee is responsible for ensuring good governance and for overseeing the recruitment of new Trustees.
Investment Committee
The Investment Committee is responsible for investment policy, asset allocation and performance monitoring.
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