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.
James Price and George Ponsonby's new route on Aikache Chokk (6673m) in the Pakistani Karakoram has been recognised by the jury of the 2026 Piolets d'...
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The MEF has been shocked and saddened by the loss of life and devastation resulting from flash flooding in Nepal and Tibet.
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In August 2026, Young Alpinist Group members headed to Ailefroide for a week of alpine adventures that included everything from valley sport climbs to...
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