Our approach

Theory of impact

The change we want to see, and how we get there

Our approach

Theory of impact

The change we want to see, and how we get there

How we’ll try to make change happen

We recognise that change does not happen linearly, that it takes time, and it is often unpredictable. The below ‘theory of impact’ is intended to highlight some of the positive changes we hope to see in the future, most of which we would expect to be led by our partners. 

Activities

Building blocks that we focus on...

Catalysing action

A new foundation that is thoughtful, caring, pragmatic, collaborative, humble and responsive.

What this looks like:

Engage: Drive additive and coordinated action between funders.

Enable: Invest in mission-aligned and evidence-informed people and work.

Evolve: Generate and share mutual and continuous learning.

Direct outcomes

Long-term outcomes

Impact

How we’ll try to make change happen

We recognise that change does not happen linearly, that it takes time, and it is often unpredictable. The below ‘theory of impact’ is intended to highlight some of the positive changes we hope to see in the future, most of which we would expect to be led by our partners. 

Activities

Building blocks that we focus on...

Catalysing action

A new foundation that is thoughtful, caring, pragmatic, collaborative, humble and responsive.

What this looks like:

Engage: Drive additive and coordinated action between funders.

Enable: Invest in mission-aligned and evidence-informed people and work.

Evolve: Generate and share mutual and continuous learning.

Direct outcomes

Long-term outcomes

Impact

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Guiding principles

Guiding principles

The beliefs that shape our decisions

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© 2026 Collective Futures (CIO). All Rights Reserved. Registered charity number 1208989.