Jersey · Perpetual Philanthropy

Cultivating Lasting Change Across Generations

The Evergreen Family Foundation nurtures resilient communities through patient capital, education access, and environmental stewardship from the Channel Islands.

Our Priorities How We Fund

£52MTotal Grants

340+Grant Partners

31Nations

41Years Active

96%Programme Ratio

Purpose

Philanthropy Built to Endure

We believe lasting progress requires roots as deep as ambition—funding programmes that compound over decades rather than dissipate in annual cycles.

From our offices on Grenville Street, trustees deploy endowment resources toward education equity, preventive healthcare, cultural preservation, and ecological resilience throughout Jersey, the United Kingdom, and selected international communities.

Core Values

Standards That Define Our Work

Permanence

Endowment discipline ensures grantmaking capacity survives market cycles and leadership transitions.

Integrity

Every award undergoes independent review with published conflict-of-interest safeguards.

Partnership

Grantees co-design outcomes; we provide capital, networks, and measurement support.

Stewardship

Environmental and social impact inform both our programmes and investment policy.

Our Story

Rooted in Family, Reaching Farther

Founded in 1985, the Evergreen Family Foundation began as a private trust supporting Channel Islands youth programmes. Over four decades, the endowment grew through disciplined investment and generational giving, enabling expansion into health, education, and conservation portfolios.

Today we operate as an independent Jersey charity, governed by a board committed to the founding family's vision of quiet, effective philanthropy.

Timeline

Milestones of Growth

1985

Trust established in St. Helier with focus on local youth scholarships.

1996

First multi-year health grant launched with Channel Islands hospital network.

2008

Conservation portfolio created following independent environmental audit.

2017

International education exchange programme inaugurated with partner universities.

2025

Integrated sustainability reporting adopted across all programme areas.

Leadership

A Message from the Board

Evergreen philanthropy means planting today what others will harvest tomorrow—investments in people, places, and institutions that outlast any single grant cycle.

Our trustees remain guided by evidence, humility, and the conviction that private capital can complement public effort without replacing local leadership.

Strategy

2025–2029 Strategic Priorities

Widen access to primary-through-university education, vocational apprenticeships, and digital literacy for underserved island and coastal communities.

Scale preventive medicine, integrated mental health services, and community wellness infrastructure.

Protect biodiversity, fund coastal restoration, and support renewable community energy projects.

Strengthen civil society institutions, volunteer networks, and local governance capacity.

Grantmaking

How We Deploy Resources

A transparent four-phase process ensures alignment, accountability, and learning at every stage.

01 · Letter of Intent

Organisations submit brief proposals aligned with open funding windows and published criteria.

02 · Assessment

Independent reviewers evaluate governance, sustainability, and theory of change.

03 · Award

Multi-year agreements with milestone reporting and advisory access.

04 · Reflection

Post-programme evaluation informs portfolio strategy and public reporting.

Community

Neighbourhood Resilience Programmes

Community grants strengthen local food networks, social enterprises, and neighbourhood infrastructure. We fund organisations demonstrating resident leadership and measurable participation.

Grant Range: £20,000–£300,000 annually for projects with co-funding and volunteer engagement benchmarks.

Education

Evergreen Scholars & Learning Pathways

Scholarships

Merit and need-based awards for higher education and apprenticeships.

STEM Labs

Equipment and instructor grants for island schools.

Mentorship

Executive pairing for emerging professionals.

Healthcare

Wellness & Preventive Care

Island Clinics

Primary care access for remote populations.

Mental Health

School and workplace counselling integration.

Prevention

Public campaigns for chronic disease reduction.

Maternal Care

Support for prenatal and postnatal services.

Culture

Heritage & Creative Expression

We preserve archival collections, fund touring exhibitions, and support artist residencies connecting Jersey's cultural identity to wider European audiences.

Conservation

Environmental Guardianship

Coastal habitat restoration, marine research fellowships, and community recycling infrastructure anchor our ecology portfolio—aligned with Jersey's environmental framework.

Youth

Next Generation Leadership

Evergreen Fellowship

Twelve-month placements across grantee organisations with executive mentorship.

Civic Innovation Labs

Design-thinking workshops addressing local policy challenges.

Global

International Collaborations

Select grants extend to Commonwealth nations and EU cultural exchanges, always through accredited local partners. Geographic priorities are reviewed annually by the International Committee.

Outcomes

Impact at a Glance

Independent auditors verify programme data each year. Figures reflect the latest consolidated reporting period.

21,600Learners Supported

138Health Sites

47Heritage Saves

2.4MPeople Reached

Annual Review

2025 Year in Review

Launched the Channel Learning Alliance, increased mental health grants by 24%, and completed restoration of two coastal reserves. Total disbursements reached £6.8 million across all portfolios.

Read Reports

Impact Stories

Programme Highlights

Green Scholars Programme

Fifty-two students received full bursaries for environmental science and sustainable engineering degrees, with 91% on-track for timely completion.

Shoreline Care Network

Fourteen mobile units now serve 38 remote communities, cutting average primary care travel time from 85 to 25 minutes.

Living Archive

Digitisation of 14,500 documents enabled virtual exhibitions drawing 260,000 global visitors in fourteen months.

Partners

Collaborative Network

We partner with universities, hospitals, museums, and community trusts sharing our governance standards.

Island University ConsortiumMaritime Heritage CouncilCoastal Wellness AllianceArts Exchange BoardYouth Policy ForumGreen Corridors TrustSTEM Pathways GroupCommunity Endowment Fund

Governance

Organisational Structure

The Foundation operates under a Jersey charitable trust with quarterly board meetings. Investment policy, major grant approvals, and strategic plans require supermajority consent.

Standing committees include Audit, Programmes, Investment, and Nominations—each governed by published charters.

Trustees

Board & Advisory Council

Eight trustees oversee strategy, fiduciary duty, and compliance with expertise spanning finance, law, medicine, education, and conservation.

Non-voting advisors contribute sector intelligence on health policy, curriculum design, and ecology without governing authority.

Responsible investment guidelines exclude incompatible sectors while targeting endowment growth for sustained grantmaking.

Compliance

Ethics & Standards

Anti-Corruption Policy

Zero tolerance framework with annual staff and partner attestation.

Conflict Register

Published disclosures for trustees and senior officers.

Whistleblower Protection

Confidential reporting channels with independent review.

Data Privacy

GDPR-aligned handling of beneficiary and donor information.

Transparency

Reports & Public Disclosures

Annual reports, audited financials, and grant registries are published for public accountability. Physical copies available through our St. Helier office.

News

Recent Updates

18 May 2026

Channel Learning Alliance Formed

A five-year £4.6 million commitment unites educators and employers to expand STEM access for island students.

07 Apr 2026

Shoreline Care Reaches 38 Sites

Mobile health units funded by the Foundation now serve communities across the British Isles coastline.

22 Feb 2026

Living Archive Opens in St. Helier

Restored heritage collections welcome public visitors at the Grenville Street cultural centre.

Events

Upcoming Calendar

20 June 2026

Grantee Symposium

St. Helier · Partner learning exchange and workshops.

28 July 2026

Scholars Graduation

Jersey · Fellowship cohort celebration.

14 Sept 2026

Conservation Forum

London · Coastal resilience and biodiversity experts.

Resources

Downloads & Guidelines

2025 Annual Report

Comprehensive programme and financial summary.

Grantmaking Guidelines

Eligibility, timelines, and application procedures.

Application Pack

Forms and supporting documentation templates.

Impact Framework

Measurement standards and reporting requirements.

FAQ

Common Questions

Registered charities, schools, and community organisations within our published geographic and thematic priorities may apply during open windows.

Most awards span two to five years with annual reviews. Single-year grants are considered for capital or emergency needs.

Contact our Grenville Street office by phone, email, or the enquiry form. Parkyn Dr Gary serves as the primary liaison for all correspondence.

Careers

Professional Opportunities

The Foundation recruits programme officers, research fellows, and administrative professionals committed to mission-driven work. Enquire directly through our Jersey headquarters for current openings.

Volunteer

Skills-Based Volunteering

Professionals contribute mentoring, advisory pro bono, and event support. Register through our contact form.

Pathways: Mentorship · Research · Event support · Board advisory

Jersey

Our Channel Islands Home

Headquartered at 22 Grenville Street in St. Helier's civic quarter, the Foundation bridges Jersey's unique position connecting UK, European, and international philanthropic networks.

Contact

Reach Our Team

The Evergreen Family Foundation

Address: 22 Grenville Street, St. Helier, JERSEY, JE4 8PX United Kingdom
Contact: Parkyn Dr Gary
Phone: +44-1534880588
Email: parkyndrgary@bravozulo.com
Web: bravozulo.com

Visit

Grenville Street Office

22 Grenville Street, St. Helier · JE4 8PX · United Kingdom

Gallery

In the Field

Heritage Work

Conservation in progress.

Community Day

Annual stakeholder gathering.

Arts Residency

Supporting emerging creators.

Public Exhibition

Heritage collections opened to visitors.

Reserve Restoration

Coastal habitat recovery underway.

Endowment

Investment Stewardship

The endowment is managed under responsible investment principles balancing long-term growth with ethical exclusions. The Investment Committee reports quarterly on performance and alignment with Foundation values.