Welcome to the Charities Aid Foundation

We help donors to give more impactfully and charities to build their resilience so they can do more of their life-changing work.

Personal giving From one-off donations to long-term giving, or designing your personal philanthropic strategy, we work together to help you realise your giving ambitions. Corporate giving You have the vision for making a difference. So do we. We help you plan how to give based on your goals. Services for charities Helping your charity or social enterprise become more resilient. Insights Discover the latest insights for donors and charitable organisations to help create a greater impact About us We are a leading charity, working at the centre of the giving world. We help donors to give more impactfully and charities to build their resilience so they can do more of their life-changing work. Donate

Personal giving

From one-off donations to long-term giving, or designing your personal philanthropic strategy, we work together to help you realise your giving ambitions.

DISCOVER OUR PERSONAL GIVING SOLUTIONS

Find a charity and donate

Search our database of over 160,000 charities and donate to the organisation that mean the most to you.

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Discover effective ways to give

We match our strategic, insight led approach with your giving ambitions, so you give in the way you want, to the causes you want, at the right time for you.

DISCOVER OUR PERSONAL GIVING SOLUTIONS

Get a giving account Give through a Charitable Trust Make a large, one-off gift Give through your payroll Give as a dual US/UK taxpayer Leave a legacy gift

Maximise your impact

From strategic advice to grantmaking and social investment, we can work together to drive meaningful change.

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Services for professional advisers

We offer seamless support and expertise to strengthen your own. A trusted philanthropy partner to help your clients make a measurable difference to the causes they care about.

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Resources for effective giving

Expert content to help inspire and inform your giving

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Corporate giving

You have the vision for making a difference. So do we. We help you plan how to give based on your goals.

DISCOVER OUR CORPORATE GIVING SOLUTIONS

Discover effective ways to give

We combine our in-depth sector expertise, governance support, and tax-efficient giving solutions to help your company (and your employees) make meaningful change.

EXPLORE OUR CORPORATE GIVING SOLUTIONS

Get a company giving account Set up payroll giving Make a commitment to Matched Giving Set up a corporate foundation Inspire workplace fundraising

Maximise your impact

From strategic advice to grantmaking and social investment, we can work together to drive meaningful change beyond corporate charitable giving.

EXPLORE OUR IMPACT ACCELERATOR

Get strategic advice Create a grant programme Provide social investment

Resources for effective giving

Resources to help inspire and inform your corporate giving.

EXPLORE OUR CORPORATE GIVING RESOURCES

Services for charities

Helping your charity or social enterprise become more resilient.

DISCOVER HOW WE SUPPORT CHARITIES

Funding for charities

As a charity, we understand the financial challenges you face. We’re here to help strengthen the long-term resilience of your charity or social enterprise.

EXPLORE OUR FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Fundraise online Manage your CAF donations Apply for an unsecured loan Apply for secured loan Explore information on grants

Charity banking and investments

Through our subsidiaries CAF Bank and CAF Financial Solutions Limited (CFSL), we work with you to find the best place for your money.

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Current account Savings accounts Secured loans Investments

Strategic consultancy

We've been working with charities for over 100 years. So, we know that if your charity is going to have real impact you need the right support and strategy in place.

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Resources for charities

Expert resources to help navigate rising costs and build your charity’s resilience.

EXPLORE OUR RESOURCES FOR CHARITIES

Insights

Discover the latest insights for donors and charitable organisations to help create a greater impact

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Research

Discover insight into donor behaviour, key issues affecting charities and responses to significant UK events.

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Blog

News and opinions from the experts in charitable giving and the sector

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About us

We are a leading charity, working at the centre of the giving world. We help donors to give more impactfully and charities to build their resilience so they can do more of their life-changing work.

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100 years of CAF

From a £1,000 legacy to distributing over £1 billion to charities annually.

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Governance and policies

As a registered charity (number 268369) we operate in a specific way. Learn more about how we are run with essential information on leadership and governance.

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Annual reports Our trustees and executives Legal and regulatory information Standards and conduct policy Sustainability commitment

Press office

View our latest press releases or contact us for commentary on philanthropy, corporate giving and issues facing the charity sector.

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Public affairs and policy

We use our expertise in philanthropy and charitable giving to amplify the charity sector’s voice and needs, working with government, policy makers and regulators to bring about change.

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Partner with us

The CAF International Network is a group of locally led, independent organisations from across the world, extending our reach beyond the UK, US and Canada.

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Careers

At the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), we don’t just talk about impact, we actively shape it. Find a rewarding and meaningful career at CAF, where together, we give more.

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Insights

Donor blog

The latest insight and commentary to help you give with greater impact

Corporate giving blog

What makes a great grantmaking programme?

Discover the key principles behind successful corporate grantmaking programmes, from strategy and transparency to impact measurement and long-term partnerships.

Charlotte Burke November 03, 2026

Personal giving

Giving with purpose: how to turn generosity into lasting impact

Learn how to make your charitable giving more effective. From defining your goals to involving family and supporting long-term change, discover practical approaches to impactful philanthropy.

Amy Ross September 23, 2026

Corporate giving blog

Getting corporate giving right: managing risk through strong governance

Strong governance does more than just protect your organisation. It enables your giving to be more focused, effective, and trusted. This blog explores the key risk areas in corporate giving and offers practical ways to manage them.

Maria Menicou August 25, 2026

Corporate giving blog

Thinking strategically about disaster response: five shifts every business should consider

Disasters are not just about the hazard itself. Their impact depends on how prepared communities are, how vulnerable they are and what resources they have. These five shifts can help businesses move from reactive giving to a more strategic approach.

James Bowles August 25, 2026

Policy & public affairs

Local giving: bringing community insight into Parliament

Discover how CAF’s UK Local Giving research is helping MPs understand generosity in their communities and shaping policy to strengthen local giving.

CAF August 17, 2026

Research

Three insights from the World Giving Report 2026

Why do we give? We discuss three key insights from the World Giving Report 2026 Donor Insights.

Adriana Lowe July 31, 2026

Personal giving blog

Gifting Shares Around an IPO: UK & US Tax Guide to Maximise Value

Thinking of donating shares before or after an IPO? Learn the UK and US tax rules, timing and structures for tax-efficient giving with CAF.

Joe Crome July 28, 2026

Corporate giving blog

How to make the case for a 1% corporate giving commitment

Learn why a 1% corporate giving commitment is considered best practice, how to address common concerns and secure leadership buy-in.

CAF July 24, 2026

Personal giving blog

UK Giving 2026: ways donors can help charities thrive

This year’s UK Giving Report brings together the latest research and insights on how people across the UK are giving today. While it highlights some real challenges, it also reveals the trends shaping public generosity.

Anna Broxup July 02, 2026

Personal giving blog

Advisers’ guide to philanthropy: how to talk to clients about giving

Our research found that around two-thirds of all charitable giving is unplanned, prompted by conversations, appeals, or being moved by personal experience rather than by a pre-existing commitment. So, why not be the one to start that conversation?

Shabana Pathmanadan July 02, 2026

Personal giving blog

Place based giving: what donors are learning from charities working locally

Rather than spreading funding widely, many donors are focusing their philanthropy on particular places and communities they care about, supporting solutions that reflect local needs, strengths, and lived experience.

Amber Roche-Whitechurch July 02, 2026

Corporate giving blog

Why a culture of giving matters for business and how leaders can embed it

Learn why businesses should build a culture of giving and practical ways leaders can engage employees, build stakeholder trust and create a lasting impact.

CAF June 24, 2026

Corporate giving blog

What is social value and what does it mean for your business?

Social value is no longer just a procurement requirement or something tied to the Social Value Act. It is becoming a broader way for businesses to understand, manage and demonstrate the social impact they create for people and communities.

Ella Walker-Winslow June 23, 2026

Corporate giving blog

Pooled funding: when collaboration delivers greater impact

Today’s social issues are complex and rarely solved by a single intervention or organisation. Against this backdrop, pooled funding is gaining renewed attention as a way for businesses to come together, share responsibility and drive impact at scale.

CAF June 18, 2026

Corporate giving blog

Accelerating impact: supporting businesses to turn purpose into measurable outcomes

Our team helps businesses with practical support to design, deliver and learn from their corporate giving initiatives, so they can move from good intentions to measurable, lasting change.

Samantha Reyes-Ronso May 26, 2026

Personal giving blog

A step in the right direction

Following our blog on the case for a national philanthropy strategy, the Government has announced a series of updates focused on the impact economy. Learn what they mean for charitable giving.

Vicki Butler May 06, 2026

Personal giving blog

Regular giving

This blog explores why taking a moment to review your donations can help ensure they continue to make a meaningful impact.

Adriana Lowe May 06, 2026

Corporate giving blog

How to maintain the integrity of your corporate giving programme amid geopolitical uncertainty

Discover practical ways your business can maintain the integrity, relevance and long‑term strength of your corporate giving programme during geopolitical uncertainty - without compromising your purpose or your impact.

Lucy Mantella May 01, 2026

Corporate giving blog