Legacy of War Foundation

The Legacy of War Foundation, also known as LOWF, is a charitable foundation headquartered in the United Kingdom. Its primary activity is raising funds to support humanitarian assistance for populations affected by armed conflict. The organisation focuses on delivering aid such as medical vehicles, emergency generators, heating equipment and other essential services to vulnerable communities. It often leverages cultural assets, notably works by artists like Banksy, to generate donations through online auctions and similar events. By channeling proceeds from these initiatives, the foundation seeks to address immediate needs in crisis zones while also highlighting the broader impact of war. Its operational model combines philanthropic outreach with targeted procurement of relief items. The foundation’s work is rooted in a mission to mitigate the lasting consequences of warfare on civilian populations.

In January 2023 the foundation organised an online charity auction of Banksy prints intended to fund aid for Ukraine, an event that attracted over a million total requests. During the auction the registration system was subjected to more than 3,500 hostile cyberattacks traced to Russian IP addresses, necessitating manual verification of legitimate bids. Despite the disruption, the foundation proceeded with the sale to secure proceeds for medical vehicles, emergency generators, heaters and support services for those affected by the conflict. The incident highlighted the organisation’s reliance on digital platforms for fundraising and its need to maintain security amid geopolitical tensions. It also underscored the foundation’s specialisation in using high‑profile art to draw attention and resources to humanitarian crises. The response to the attacks demonstrated a capacity to adapt processes under pressure while preserving the integrity of the fundraising effort. These characteristics distinguish the Legacy of War Foundation within the sector of conflict‑related charitable organisations. No information about parent or subsidiary relationships is provided in the available sources.