The Young Foundation’s mission is to develop better connected and more sustainable communities across the UK. As a UKRI accredited Independent Research Organisation, social investor and community development practitioner, we combine all our skills and expertise, to further that mission.

We amplify the stories and lived experiences of people in our communities; using this as a spur to drive locally-led community action and enterprise. And we use what we learn across different communities to spot national patterns of need and opportunity. Then we work with national partners to support new ideas to tackle those shared, national challenges.

Bringing together our own – and other people’s – work, we are building a shared body of evidence, tools and insight about how communities are taking action on the issues that affect them. We are experts in understanding the changing role of communities in the 21st century.

We have a long track record incubating over 80 new organisations including: Which? The Open University, Language Line, Social Innovation Exchange, School for Social Entrepreneurs, Uprising and Action for Happiness. We continue to offer incubation support, plus office and back office support, to early-stage, innovative organisations that share our mission.

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This department focuses on developing and implementing innovative practices and strategies to drive growth and improvement within the organization.

Innovation Department

This department oversees the strategic direction and policies of the organization through its board members and trustees.

Board Governance

This department focuses on understanding and fostering relationships within communities to enhance participation and collaboration.

Community Engagement

This department conducts in-depth investigations and analysis to generate knowledge and insights.

Research Department

This department focuses on advancing knowledge and innovation through scholarly research and collaboration.

Research Development

This department focuses on managing interpersonal relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.

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Innovation Department

Board Governance

Community Engagement

Research Department

Research Development

Client Relations

Offices

The Young Foundation

Org chart

Teams

Innovation Department

Board Governance

Community Engagement

Research Department

Research Development

Client Relations

Offices

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