Mount Everest Foundation
Supporting the exploratory

Founded in 1955, the Mount Everest Foundation (MEF) funds exploratory scientific and mountaineering expeditions across the globe.

Jointly administered by members of the Alpine Club and the Royal Geographical Society, the MEF has provided support to some of the most significant mountaineering and scientific expeditions of the last century.

Our focus remains on supporting those expeditions that endeavour to reach previously unclimbed peaks, unexplored regions and gather new knowledge - whether geographic or scientific. To find out if your expedition qualifies for MEF funding, please take a look at our Who We Fund section.

Recent Expeditions

News & Events

Nepal Removes Royalty Fees from 97 Peaks


Thanks to Cabinet meeting minutes made public on 3 August 2025, it has been revealed that the government of Nepal plans to remove royalty fees from 77... Read more

Final MEF Funding Deadline of 2025 Approaching


Applications for the next round of MEF expedition grants will close on 30 September 2025. Read more

How Are MEF Expeditions Reducing Their Environmental & Cultural Impact?


In 2022, following an external review of our practises and those of the expedition world at large, the MEF brought in a new environmental and social c... Read more

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