Your Foothold is here
(The IET Benevolent fund)
Funded by engineers for engineers - your Foothold is here.
All the ways your Foothold is here for you
Foothold is a small organisation but we have big plans. We're expanding the number of partners we work with to help increase the varied support we offer. We're constantly looking at ways we can provide support. And we're working with our community more than ever — to create community stories, recruit wonderful volunteers and fundraise. Check out all the ways we're working hard to make sure we've got your back.
Blog
Support for carers in engineering
During Carers Week 2026, we’re recognising how vital carers are and sharing the ways we can support you.
How are you feeling? How Foothold’s free tool can support your mental health
Take a moment to reflect on how you're feeling with our confidential online support tool.
Foothold’s community survey results
What engineers told us about their health, wellbeing and finances.
