Edison Capital Announces £10 Million Donation to The Melville Foundation to Support Underprivileged Children in the UK, Philippines and Thailand

14 Nov 2025

Dubai, UAE – Edison Capital, the global investor and diversified commodities and private equity group, today announced a significant philanthropic commitment of £10 million to The Melville Foundation, the charitable organisation established to support disadvantaged and vulnerable children across the UK, the Philippines, and Thailand.

The funding will expand The Melville Foundation’s ongoing programmes in education, nutrition, healthcare access, shelter, and long-term development support, enabling thousands of children to benefit from sustained assistance tailored to their individual needs and circumstances. The charity works closely with local NGOs, communities, educators, and healthcare providers to ensure funding is efficient, transparent, and impactful.

Speaking on the donation, Calum Melville, Founder of The Melville Foundation and CEO of Edison Capital, said:

“The circumstances a child is born into should not dictate the course of their entire life. Every child deserves safety, dignity, and opportunity. This donation is part of our ongoing, long-term commitment to ensuring that vulnerable young people have the support they need to fulfil their potential. We are continuing to scale our work and deepen our footprint in communities where support is not just helpful, but absolutely critical.”

• UK: Support services for vulnerable children and families facing housing instability, food insecurity, and education barriers.
• Philippines: Community food programmes, education support, shelter initiatives, and medical access programmes.
• Thailand: Outreach programmes for children in poverty-affected rural areas, including school support and community nutrition projects.

Edison Capital’s commitment reflects the company’s long-standing belief in social responsibility, sustainable humanitarian investment, and its conviction that successful businesses have a role to play in strengthening society.

About Edison Capital

The Melville Foundation is a charitable organisation dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged children through sustained, community-driven support programmes focused on education, health, dignity and opportunity.