12May 2026
Foundation Announces Channel Islands Education Alliance
A five-year, £4.2 million commitment unites schools, employers, and universities to expand STEM pathways for island students.
Private Philanthropy · Channel Islands
Advancing Generations Through Purposeful Giving
The Clements Family Foundation channels principled capital into education, health, culture, and resilient communities—anchored in Jersey with reach across the British Isles and beyond.
Our Mission
Enduring Impact Rooted in Family Values
We deploy patient philanthropic capital to strengthen civil society, widen opportunity, and preserve cultural heritage for communities that lack access to institutional resources.
Every initiative is evaluated against rigorous outcome frameworks developed with independent advisors. We favour multi-year partnerships over transactional grants, believing sustained relationships yield measurable transformation.
Vision & Values
Principles That Guide Every Decision
Stewardship
We treat entrusted resources as a legacy obligation, prioritising transparency and long-horizon thinking in allocation and reporting.
Dignity
Beneficiaries are partners in design, not subjects of charity. Programmes amplify agency and local leadership at every stage.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to institutional standards of governance, due diligence, and impact measurement comparable to leading global foundations.
About Us
A Family Commitment to the Common Good
Established by the Clements family in 1987, the Foundation emerged from a conviction that private wealth carries a reciprocal duty to society. Headquartered on the Esplanade in St. Helier, we maintain deep ties to the Channel Islands while operating programmes that address systemic challenges across the United Kingdom and selected international jurisdictions.
Our endowment model ensures independence from political cycles, allowing trustees to pursue evidence-based interventions in education equity, preventive health, and cultural preservation without compromise.
Heritage
Four Decades of Measured Progress
1987
Foundation incorporated in Jersey with an initial mandate focused on Channel Islands education bursaries.
1998
First multi-year community development partnership launched in partnership with municipal councils.
2009
Health & Wellbeing portfolio established following independent sector review.
2016
International grants programme expanded to include arts conservation and youth leadership exchanges.
2024
Published inaugural integrated impact report aligned with global philanthropy disclosure standards.
Leadership
Chairman's Message
"Philanthropy at its best is disciplined hope—investing where evidence meets empathy, and staying long enough to see results."
The Board remains committed to prudent growth of our programmes while honouring the founding family's intent: to leave communities stronger than we found them.
— Board of Trustees, Clements Family Foundation
Strategy
Strategic Priorities 2024–2028
Expand access to STEM pathways, vocational training, and university bursaries for underrepresented students across the Channel Islands and UK coastal communities.
BursariesMentorshipSTEM Labs
Fund preventive care, mental health integration, and community clinic infrastructure in underserved regions.
PreventionMental Health
Preserve heritage collections, support emerging artists, and widen public access to cultural institutions.
Invest in coastal resilience, renewable community energy, and environmental education for youth leaders.
Endowment
Investment Stewardship
Our endowment is managed under responsible investment principles that balance long-term growth with ethical exclusions. The Investment Committee reports to the Board quarterly on performance, risk, and alignment with Foundation values.
Grantmaking
A Disciplined Approach to Capital Deployment
Our grantmaking cycle follows a transparent four-stage process designed to maximise accountability and learning.
01 · Inquiry
Organisations submit expressions of interest aligned with published priority areas. Initial screening assesses eligibility and strategic fit.
02 · Due Diligence
Independent reviewers evaluate governance, financial health, and theory of change. Site visits conducted where appropriate.
03 · Partnership
Multi-year agreements include milestone reporting, co-designed KPIs, and access to Foundation advisory networks.
04 · Learning
Post-grant evaluations inform portfolio strategy and are summarised in our public impact disclosures.
Programs
Community Development
Local grants strengthen neighbourhood infrastructure, food security networks, and social enterprise incubators. We prioritise initiatives led by residents with demonstrated community buy-in.
Local Grants Detail
Grants range from £15,000 to £250,000 annually, with preference for projects demonstrating co-funding and volunteer engagement metrics.
Education
Scholarships & Learning Access
The Clements Scholars Programme awards merit- and need-based bursaries to students pursuing higher education, apprenticeships, and professional certifications. Cohort mentoring connects recipients with industry leaders across finance, medicine, and public service.
Health
Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
Community Clinics
Mobile and fixed-site clinics delivering primary care to rural and island populations.
Mental Health
Integrated counselling services embedded in schools and workplace wellness programmes.
Prevention
Public health campaigns targeting diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and maternal health.
Culture
Arts, Heritage & Public Access
We fund museum digitisation, touring exhibitions, and artist residencies that connect Jersey's cultural narrative to wider British and European audiences.
Environment
Environmental Stewardship
Coastal habitat restoration, marine research fellowships, and community-led recycling infrastructure form the core of our environmental portfolio—aligned with Jersey's sustainability framework.
Youth
Youth Leadership & Civic Engagement
The Emerging Leaders Fellowship places young professionals in cross-sector rotations with grantee organisations, government agencies, and cultural institutions.
Fellowship
Twelve-month placements with stipend and executive mentorship.
Civic Labs
Design-thinking workshops addressing local policy challenges.
Mentorship
Pairing students with trustees and sector experts quarterly.
Global Reach
International Partnerships
Select grants extend to Commonwealth nations and EU cultural exchange programmes, always in collaboration with accredited local implementing partners. Geographic focus is reviewed annually by the International Committee.
- · Education exchange with accredited universities
- · Heritage conservation in UNESCO buffer zones
- · Disaster relief via vetted intermediary funds
Impact
Measurable Outcomes
Independent evaluators audit programme data annually. Below reflects consolidated results from the most recent reporting period.
18,400Students Supported
126Clinics Funded
42Heritage Projects
2.1MCommunity Reach
Annual Review
2025 Highlights
Launched the Channel Islands Education Alliance, expanded mental health grants by 22%, and completed digitisation of three heritage archives. Total disbursements reached £6.2 million across all portfolios.
View Reports
Case Studies
Stories of Transformation
Harbour Scholars Programme
Forty-seven students received full bursaries to pursue maritime engineering and environmental science degrees, with 89% completing studies within expected duration.
Coastal Care Network
Twelve mobile clinics now serve 34 remote communities, reducing average travel time to primary care from 90 to 28 minutes.
Archive Alive
Digitisation of 12,000 historical documents enabled virtual exhibitions accessed by 240,000 visitors globally in twelve months.
Partners
Trusted Collaborators
We work alongside universities, hospitals, museums, and community trusts that share our standards for governance and impact reporting.
Collaborative grants combine Foundation resources with co-investment from corporate and public partners, multiplying reach without diluting accountability.
Channel Islands University AllianceMaritime Heritage TrustCoastal Health ConsortiumArts Council PartnersYouth Civic ForumGreen Shores InitiativeSTEM Access NetworkIsland Community Fund
Governance
Institutional Framework
The Foundation operates under a Jersey charitable trust structure with a Board of Trustees meeting quarterly. Investment policy, grant approvals above threshold, and strategic plan adoption require supermajority consent.
Committees include Audit & Risk, Programmes, Investment, and Nominations—each with published charters available in our resource library.
Board
Trustees & Advisory Council
Seven trustees oversee strategy, fiduciary duty, and compliance. Members bring expertise in finance, law, medicine, education, and the arts, with staggered terms to ensure continuity.
Non-voting advisors provide sector intelligence on health policy, curriculum design, and conservation science to inform programme design without governing authority.
Responsible investment guidelines exclude sectors inconsistent with Foundation values while targeting long-term endowment growth to sustain grantmaking capacity.
Policies
Ethics & Compliance
Transparency
Reports & Disclosures
Annual reports, audited financial statements, and grant registries are published to support accountability. Request physical copies through our Jersey office.
News
Latest Updates
03Apr 2026
Coastal Care Network Reaches Milestone
Mobile clinics funded by the Foundation now serve 34 communities across the British Isles coastline.
18Feb 2026
Archive Alive Exhibition Opens in St. Helier
Digitised heritage collections welcome public visitors for the first time at the Esplanade cultural centre.
Events
Upcoming Engagements
Annual Grantee Forum
St. Helier · Programme partners convene for learning exchange and impact workshops.
Harbour Scholars Graduation
Jersey · Celebration of fellowship cohort achievements and alumni network launch.
Heritage Conservation Symposium
London · International experts discuss digitisation standards and public access.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Registered charities, educational institutions, and community organisations operating within our published geographic and thematic priorities may submit expressions of interest during open application windows.
Most awards span two to five years with annual milestone reviews. Single-year project grants are considered for discrete capital or emergency needs.
Reach our team at the Jersey office via phone, email, or the enquiry form below. Mr. Jason Still serves as the primary liaison for all correspondence.
Careers
Fellowships & Professional Opportunities
The Foundation periodically recruits programme officers, research fellows, and administrative staff committed to mission-driven work. Current openings are listed through direct enquiry to our Jersey headquarters.
Gallery
Programme Moments
Island Convening
Annual stakeholder gatherings on the Esplanade.
Trustee Retreat
Strategic planning aligned with five-year priorities.
Field Visits
Direct engagement with grantee communities.
Volunteer
Join Our Volunteer Network
Professionals contribute expertise in mentoring, board service for grantee organisations, and skills-based pro bono support. Register interest through our contact form.
Volunteer Pathways
Mentorship · Event support · Advisory pro bono · Research assistance
Jersey
Roots in the Channel Islands
Our headquarters at 44 Esplanade places us at the heart of St. Helier's civic and financial district. Jersey's unique position enables the Foundation to bridge UK, European, and international philanthropic networks while maintaining local accountability.
Contact
Get in Touch
Clements Family Foundation
Address44 Esplanade, St. Helier, JERSEY, JE4 9WG United Kingdom
ContactStill Mr Jason
Phone+44-1534505956
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