LocalMotion began with the collective realisation from our funders that collaborating with each other, and with local communities, would better tackle the root causes of the complex, deep-rooted challenges facing local communities. They wanted to shift power, resources, and decision-making closer to local people to co-create space for transformative change. This is more than a pooled fund – it is direct collaboration between funders and people in places.
Initiated by six established UK funders, LocalMotion was co-created with six places around a shared inquiry question: What might be possible if we worked together in a different way?
Investing for the longer term – to 2031 – we now work with five committed funders who share our view that no-one organisation or person has the whole answer. Our work together is grounded in practical transformation. Together we create the space for us to collectively build, test and learn.
The national fund is hosted by Esmee Fairbairn Foundation (charity no. 200051) with local resources delegated to local coordination groups in the six places.
City Bridge Foundation seeks to ensure London is a city where all individuals and communities can thrive, especially those experiencing disadvantage and marginalisation.
An independent charitable foundation and network, Lankelly Chase seeks to change systems of injustice and oppression that result in the mental distress, violence and destitution of people subject to marginalisation in the UK.
One of the UK’s largest independent funders, the Foundation aims to improve the natural world, secure a fairer future and strengthen the bonds in communities in the UK.
An independent charitable foundation funded by the profits of Lloyds Banking Group, the Foundation funds small and local charities that are helping people overcome complex social issues in England and Wales.
Established by the late publisher, Paul Hamlyn, PHF supports social change projects to help ensure everyone, especially young people, can realise their full potential and enjoy fulfilling and creative lives.