Donors to Chatham House

This list is based on income recognized in the financial year ending 31 March 2025.

Chatham House is sustained by a spectrum of philanthropic, research-driven, and membership support. This diversity of global funding underpins the institute’s independence and impact.

This list is based on income recognized in the financial year ending 31 March 2025. It is kept constantly under review and regularly updated. With thanks to the generosity of both organizations and individuals worldwide. Our funders include:

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Our top institutional funders are:

  • Open Society Foundation
  • Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office
  • Global Affairs Canada
  • Children’s Investment Fund Foundation

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Chatham House: Climate relevant funding

The health and sustainability of the planet is central to Chatham House’s mission.

Since the COP 26 Climate Summit, Chatham House has adopted a more restrictive approach towards funding from oil and gas companies.

Chatham House currently accepts funding from oil and gas companies for some operational activities and membership. However, Chatham House does not accept funding from the sector for either conferences or public events, or for the Environment and Society Centre.

Chatham House will not undertake research and events that aim to encourage fossil fuel extraction. For our investment portfolio, Chatham House limits investment in fossil fuels to 3 per cent. Chatham House follows a set of set of principles for independent research and convening. See our Mission and Values page.

Funding from the tobacco industry

Chatham House does not accept funding from the tobacco industry. The institute took this decision in accordance with its funding guidelines see our Mission and Values page and in light of the United Nations Compact on Tobacco.

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