Frequently asked questions
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What is the foundation’s mission?
To advance charitable purposes through grants and donations to other charities, guided by responsible stewardship and a commitment to charitable benefit.
What is the charity number?
The charity number is 1112844. The company number is 05660874.
Who are the trustees?
Aston Harvey, Sacha Howard Cohen and Maggie H Cohen are listed as trustees. The public register does not identify a chair.
Can I apply for a grant now?
The 2025 trustees’ report states that the foundation was not accepting further grant applications while seeking recovery of disputed funds. Contact the trustees to confirm the current position.
Is there an application form?
No grant application form is provided. The contact page is for general enquiries and questions about the current position.
When will applications reopen?
No reopening date is stated. Contact the trustees for any subsequent update.
Are individual requests accepted?
The register lists grants to individuals and organisations, but that classification does not establish current availability. Confirm the position directly.
Has the foundation dissolved?
The company was active and the charity registered when checked on 20 October 2026. The filed report describes intended eventual dissolution after outstanding recovery matters are resolved; that intention does not mean dissolution has occurred.
What are the latest public financial figures?
The Charity Commission overview reports £1 income and £0 expenditure for the year ending 30 June 2025. The company accounts cover the year ended 29 June 2025.
Can I donate online?
No payment provider is connected. Ask the trustees whether contributions are currently accepted and which arrangements are appropriate.
Is the foundation recognised for Gift Aid?
The governance record states “Not recognised by HMRC for gift aid.” Do not assume a contribution qualifies.
Does the contact form send my message?
It prepares an email draft. You review and send it in your own email application. The website does not send or store the enquiry.
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Are the photographs from foundation projects?
They are illustrative stock photographs. No person shown is identified as a Paradox trustee, beneficiary or project participant.
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