Innovative philanthropy in action

The Stone Family Foundation backs bold ideas with the potential to transform lives at scale. Funding market-driven water solutions internationally and charities improving young people’s lives in the UK.

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UK Grant Giving

Funding charities that improve mental health and opportunities for disadvantaged young people.

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Since 2005, the Foundation has taken a long-term, thoughtful approach to philanthropy — backing strong leaders, bold ideas and models that can grow sustainably.

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Our story

20 years of learning

2025 marked our 20th anniversary. From an exploratory pilot portfolio to today’s dual strategy, we’ve always been guided by curiosity, evidence and long-term commitment.

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Case studies

Our case studies show how strategies work on the ground both in the UK and Internationally.

Rural Water Management Solutions
Water to the Home

Professional services for rural water service providers

Established in 2019, Rural Water Management Solutions is a Kenyan social enterprise committed to transforming water access in Kenya’s rural and peri-urban areas.

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Babyzone

Babyzone provides free, accessible, evidence-based development classes for parents and young children.

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Epicenter
Water to the Home

Pay-as-you-go (PAYG) solar for water service providers

We are partnering with Epicenter to understand what incentives are needed to bring PAYG solar, non-revenue water and digitalisation projects to WSPs.

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