Income and grant management
Donors & Funders
Trusted infrastructure for funding impact.
Grantmakers hold capital. Changemakers hold solutions. We provide the infrastructure to connect the two.
HOST manages risk and complexity through robust operational, legal, and financial processes which make effective funding possible — across borders and jurisdictions.
Building the foundations
for a strong civil society.
Why strong infrastructure matters
Many of the organisations and initiatives driving change operate across complex funding and regulatory environments. Compliance requirements, cross-border considerations, and operational overload can slow impact — holding back vital progress towards a more just world.
That's where HOST comes in.
Our Hosted Grantmaking infrastructure provides the operational backbone that enables capital to move securely, compliantly, and effectively to where it’s most needed.
We connect funders and changemakers through shared systems for governance, risk management, and delivery, building strength and resilience across the civil society ecosystem.
You set the strategy. We deliver.
Whether you’re funding grassroots organisations, developing cross-border initiatives, exploring participatory approaches, or working in complex operating environments, HOST provides the infrastructure layer for grantmaking that is safe, strategic, and accountable.
Through our purpose-built digital platform, HOSThub, we give grantmakers and grantees greater visibility and stronger assurance — building transparency and confidence from start to finish.
Our Hosted Grantmaking approach brings together two core grantmaking models alongside optional add-ons, giving you a customisable foundation for funding in complex contexts.
HOST Action Funds:
Complete regranting solutions where HOST manages the full lifecycle, from fund setup and applications to due diligence, disbursement, and reporting.
HOST Collective Funds:
Complete regranting solutions where HOST manages the full lifecycle, alongside co-designed and participatory governance structures that share decision-making power across funders and partners.
Integrated Standard Project Hosting Services:
The core operational infrastructure that underpins our Hosted Grantmaking, including income and grant management, global payments, compliance and risk oversight, and financial visibility.
Optional Add-Ons:
Tailored services that can be layered onto Hosted Grantmaking depending on context, geography, and operational need.
You stay focused on the big picture. We provide the Hosted Grantmaking infrastructure, tools, and support to make it happen.
Let’s unlock more funding for impact, together.
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Contact UsTrusted by funders worldwide.
HOST has worked with over 125 grantmakers, holding and managing £35+ million in project operations and enabling impact in 100+ countries — including some of the world's most complex environments.
Our models are tried, tested, and trusted by funders, organisations, and changemakers driving climate and social justice from the ground up.
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HOST Action Funds
HOST Action Funds are suited to funders seeking a fully managed regranting approach, enabling rapid and responsible deployment of resources.
HOST holds and manages funds on your behalf, in multiple currencies where necessary.
- •We design or support your application and selection process.
- •We disburse funds directly to grantees, across borders and currencies, with full compliance.
- •We provide financial reporting, with partners able to view expenses in their preferred currency.
HOST Collective Funds
HOST Collective Funds support funders and partners who want to pool resources and share governance through participatory and collaborative grantmaking models, combining HOST’s full regranting and fund management services with co-designed governance and shared decision-making. .
A flexible, collaborative model for pooled fund design, delivery and governance.
Ideal for funders seeking collective action and participatory decision-making.
- •We manage the full grantmaking lifecycle, including fundholding, applications, due diligence, disbursement and reporting.
- •We help you co-design the fund structure, eligibility criteria and advisory mechanisms.
- •We facilitate fundholder relationships, governance, grantmaking and reporting.
- •You get visibility, transparency and full fund accountability, without the admin burden.
What You Get:
Complete Fund Management
Shared infrastructure and support that applies across both HOST Action Funds and HOST Collective Funds, including:
Fundraising Infrastructure
We open pathways to global income
Fund Management
We create tailored infrastructure to manage complex operational needs
Grant Management
We (can) handle end-to-end grant administration, so you don't have to
Risk & Compliance
We provide robust, expert oversight for peace of mind
Operational Capacity
We reduce operational burdens across the board
Governance Support
We help you build structures that reflect your values
Transparent Reporting
We bring clarity to every pound, dollar and euro spent
Integrated Project Hosting Services
All Hosted Grantmaking at HOST is supported by a standard infrastructure package, with optional add-ons available to meet specific operational needs.
Included as standard across all Hosted Grantmaking arrangements:
Included as standard across all Hosted Grantmaking arrangements:
Global payments and reconciliation
Contracting, compliance, and tax
Real-time dashboards (HOSThub)
Organisational health checks and ongoing risk management support
Add-On Services
Beyond the core infrastructure, additional services can be layered onto Hosted Grantmaking where needed, including:
Charitable Sponsorship (UK/US/NL/CH/SG)
Global Employment & HR Support
Multi-Currency Hosting (GBP, USD, EUR)
Trading Services for Income Generation
Payment Cards for Operational Expenses
Donation Page Integration
Explore Hosted Grantmaking with HOST.
Speak to our team about safe, strategic funding structures that match your goals and the realities on the ground.
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