The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) is a globally recognised professional body that serves and represents actuaries. Actuaries are experts in assessing financial risks and using mathematical models to make informed decisions. Their primary focus is on promoting excellence in actuarial science and advancing the actuarial profession.

The IFoA is committed to maintaining high professional standards, providing education and training for actuaries, and contributing to public policy discussions. Their goals include fostering innovation within the profession, promoting diversity and inclusion, and ensuring that actuaries play a vital role in addressing emerging challenges in areas such as insurance, pensions, and investments.

The organisation is structured into two parts: the Institute and the Faculty. The institute focuses on educating and qualifying actuaries, while the faculty concentrates on the ongoing professional development of qualified actuaries. This structure allows the IFoA to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to actuarial education and practice.

As financial experts, actuaries play a crucial role in sustainable finance by assessing and managing risks related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The IFoA is actively involved in promoting the integration of ESG considerations into actuarial practice. Actuaries contribute to sustainable finance by providing insights into the long-term financial implications of climate change, social responsibility, and ethical investment practices.

The IFoA offers a range of resources, including educational programs, professional qualifications, and continuous professional development opportunities. Actuaries associated with IFoA have access to cutting-edge research, publications, and tools that support them in their roles. The organisation also facilitates networking and knowledge-sharing among actuaries worldwide.

To be the voice of actuaries, and to support, develop and be the voice of our members.

Our ability to support these excellent causes is dependent on our success in raising funds from our members and other sources. Donating to the IFoA Foundation is a fantastic way to help the profession support others. Take a look at the quick and easy ways you can donate below.

By giving a regular donation you will enable us to plan for the future, with a more sustainable income model that supports our long-term objectives. Thank you for your generous and ongoing commitment.

You can make a one-off donation on our Just Giving page. Every penny furthers our mission of ‘actuaries supporting others’. Thank you for any amount you are able to give.

For larger donations or to discuss strategic philanthropic giving, please contact the General Manager at gmfoundation@actuaries.org.uk.

We form partnerships with organisations that can help us further our charitable aims, and where there is synergy with CSR and ESG agendas.

We create tailored engagement programmes that offer the flexibility to integrate across organisations and deliver against strategic partnership goals. These include joint project funding, volunteering and skills sharing, communications and awareness campaigns, and invitations to IFoA events.

To find out more about how your organisation could get involved, please contact the General Manager at gmfoundation@actuaries.org.uk.

To view a list of our partners and hear from the people we work with, see: IFoA Foundation partners and supporters