Our impact

We’re working with a network of partners to transform LIVES

OUR PROGRESS SO FAR

Here are some highlights of Mission 44’s impact since launching in July 2021.


550k
young people reached

49%
of partners led by people of colour

£8m
awarded in grants

42
funded partners

94%
of partners said working with us improved their effectiveness
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‘Thanks to Mission 44, CAPE was able to redevelop our website and secure external support to guide our five-year strategy. This has been extremely valuable as we grow our reach to new local authorities and schools.’

HUSSEIN HUSSEIN
CEO, CAPE

PARTNER SURVEY RESULTS

Mission 44’s annual partner survey allows us to collect regular feedback, learn directly from the people and organisations we support, and evolve our approach as a progressive funder.

Our 2025 survey was completed by 19 partners – a 58% response rate. While this means the results may not fully represent the views of all partners, they still offer valuable insights that can inform our grantmaking approach.

89%
89% said our proposal and assessment processes were clearly communicated

2025 highlights

IMPROVING IMPACT
94%

said partnering with us improved the effectiveness of their organisation

TRANSPARENCY
100%

felt they could be open with Mission 44 staff about successes and challenges

YOUTH ENGAGEMENT
84%

said partnering with us increased awareness of their work

EVALUATING WORK
90%

said partnering with us helped them learn where they could enhance their impact

COLLABORATION
95%

felt Mission 44 is collaborative and genuinely values their expertise and experience

COMMUNICATION
89%

89% said our proposal and assessment processes were clearly communicated


AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

While 79% felt our reporting was proportionate, we recognise that for smaller organisations, the frequency of reports can be overwhelming. So, as we seek more robust data to meet our own accountability needs, we’re reflecting on how to better tailor our approach.

61% said they benefitted from access to networks in the Mission 44 ecosystem. As a funder with a bird’s-eye view, we must proactively spot and facilitate opportunities for collaboration across our network.

While 79% felt supported with clear branding and communications guidance, we’re committed to amplifying our partners’ stories, and will continue to refine our processes to make this as easy as possible for all of our partners.

OUR
PARTNERS

Discover our network of forward-thinking organisations all helping us to empower young people.

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OUR ANNUAL REPORT

OUR ANNUAL REPORT

See the impact we made during 2024/25 in our mission to empower young people.

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