Open Doors. Shape Futures. Create Lasting Impact.

At the Dame Robina Shah Foundation, partnership is not about logos on a page – it’s about opening real doors for young people who deserve opportunity, belief, and support.

When you get involved with DRSF, you join a growing movement of organisations and individuals who are investing in talent, wellbeing, and social mobility, and helping young people step confidently into their futures.

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Why partner with DRSF?

Futuremakers is a proven, values-led programme delivering measurable impact for young people and authentic social value for partners. Our partners don’t just support a charity they:

  • Build a future talent pipeline
  • Strengthen ESG, CSR and Social Value commitments
  • Engage employees in purposeful, inspiring work
  • Create visible, credible impact in local communities
  • Align with a Foundation led by Professor Dame Robina Shah
“These young people don’t need bigger dreams – they need doors opening.”
Steven Worthington, Headteacher, Dean Trust Ardwick

Ways You Can Get Involved

Whether you bring resources, expertise, funding, or time, there is a meaningful way for you to make a difference.

The DRSF Honours Programme

A prestigious, values-led recognition framework.

Recognises commitment, growth, and real-world contribution. Partners can sponsor awards, align with a respected framework, and demonstrate long-term commitment.

  • Sponsor Honours Awards
  • Formal recognition
  • Lasting legacy

Become a Patron

Leadership. Legacy. Lasting change.

Play a defining role in shaping the future of the Foundation. Includes strategic guidance, high-profile recognition, and direct involvement in Futuremakers delivery.

  • Long-term funding
  • Strategic advocacy
  • Visible leadership

Masterclasses & Mentoring

Your people. Their potential.

Your expertise can change a life. Deliver talks, offer career coaching, host work experience, or support interview skills.

  • Deliver masterclasses
  • Host site visits
  • Support employability

Resources & Digital Access

Removing barriers. Creating equity.

Access matters. Help by donating laptops, software licenses, learning resources, or spaces for events.

 

Financial Support & Sponsorship

Fuel the work. Multiply the impact.

Financial contributions allow us to sustain mentoring, deliver digital skills, and scale Futuremakers to more communities. Regular support creates stability and deeper impact.

  • Sustain mentoring support
  • Deliver digital skills
  • Scale to more schools
  • Measure long-term outcomes

Support & Partner Pathways

We offer clear supporter levels to suit different organisations and ambitions – from Supporter and Advocate, through to Partner, Changemaker, and Patron.

Recognition aligned to contribution

Communications and storytelling

Employee engagement options

Clear impact reporting

We’ll work with you to build the right partnership — not a one-size-fits-all package.

 

Let’s Open Doors – Together

Every partnership starts with a conversation. If you’re interested in supporting young people and strengthening your social impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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