Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get the right support to succeed in school, in work and in life.

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We find, build and fund high potential non-profit organisations.

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We partner with other funders to back interventions that work for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds

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Latest news

Views
15 November 2025
6 min read

Backing the Best: how private markets can propel philanthropy in the UK

Authors: Harbi Jama
Philanthropy
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Views
30 October 2025
10 min read

Standing firm in power and pride: transforming philanthropy to unlock opportunity

Authors: Harbi Jama, Alex Freeman
Philanthropy
Equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI)
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Media
23 October 2025
3 min read

School attendance to take four years to return to pre-pandemic levels

Authors: Impetus
Education
Suspensions and exclusions
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