The Women in Safe Homes Fund is the world’s first gender-focused property fund dedicated to supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse or are former offenders. Launched in December 2020, the fund was made possible through Keith and Lauren Breslauer’s initial anchor support of £1.5 million, an additional investment of £1 million, and the tireless, largely pro bono efforts of the Patron team.

Since its inception, the fund has raised over £29 million. Initiated by Patron Capital, the fund aims to provide affordable, safe, and secure housing for women and their families who have faced domestic abuse, are transitioning out of the criminal justice system, or are at risk of homelessness in the UK. Its ultimate goal is to create 122 affordable homes, positively impacting the lives of over 700 women.

This year, we were delighted to welcome students from the London Academy of Excellence (LAE) – Stratford and Eton College to our office for an inspiring session with Keith Breslauer. Keith shared insights on overcoming life’s challenges, building resilience in business, and navigating difficult situations. The students gained a firsthand perspective on the professional environment, work-life balance, and the importance of community involvement. They asked thoughtful questions about the business, the future of Patron, and our shared civic responsibilities. Known for its outstanding results and strong focus on social mobility, LAE works closely with partner schools like Eton College to offer students invaluable opportunities and mentoring.

Patron Capital is proud to support Work Avenue in its mission of helping people earn a living with dignity. This past year has brought challenges for the entire community, and through it all, Work Avenue has remained steadfast in its commitment to providing critical assistance to those in need. With Patron’s support, Work Avenue welcomed displaced Israelis into the WE Hub community space, enabling them to continue running their businesses from the UK and achieve financial independence through employment and business support. Thanks to Patron’s generosity, Work Avenue has been able to support over 3,000 individuals, making a tangible, lasting difference in the lives of its clients.

Patron’s partnership has been instrumental in turning these ambitions into reality. Together, we are committed to empowering even more individuals to achieve independence and stability through meaningful and dignified employment opportunities.

The Erez Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on the physical and mental rehabilitation, as well as the social independence, of disabled soldiers, athletes, and children. Using extreme sports such as snow skiing, kayaking, cycling and climbing, the Foundation offers individualised programs that promote personal empowerment. Its mission is centred on fostering rehabilitation, strength, independence, and social integration, helping participants learn to live with physical and mental challenges.

The Foundation is led by Eyal Yarimi, who serves on a completely voluntary basis, alongside around 100 certified professional instructors volunteering in various activities. By harnessing the expertise of its members, the Foundation supports individuals facing challenges through outdoor adventures and adaptive sports, promoting resilience and encouraging community inclusion.

In March 2024, Patron proudly took the lead in supporting a four-week rehabilitation ski trip to Bulgaria, bringing essential relief and renewed hope to 162 children from communities impacted by the events of October 7th, 2023. Backed by 130 dedicated volunteers, this effort is one of many Patron sponsors throughout the year, reflecting our strong commitment to the Erez Foundation’s mission of enhancing quality of life through adventure and community for those who have faced profound hardship and loss.

Patron’s most recent lecture welcomed former Royal Marine Commando, Lee Spencer aka “The Rowing Marine”. In January 2014, while assisting a motorist on the motorway, Lee was struck by debris from a car accident and lost his right leg below the knee. Lee shared the challenges he has faced throughout his life and military career and how, undeterred by his injury, his dreams continue to drive him toward extraordinary feats of endurance. Among these are: • 2019 Solo Atlantic Row: Lee became the first physically disabled person to row solo and unsupported from mainland Europe to mainland South America, completing the journey in only 60 days. 36 days faster than his able-bodied predecessor! • 2024 Row4Ukraine Initiative: Lee, with a team of British and Ukrainian wounded and injured servicemen, will row 3,000 miles from the Canary Islands to Barbados. The transatlantic row is to raise awareness for the human cost of the war in Ukraine and to generate funds for the rehabilitation for Ukrainian personnel. The Row4Ukraine initiative exemplifies resilience, unity, and the transformative power of sport in rehabilitation, bringing together servicemen from different nations to support a common cause.