Age UK
Notable UK charityAge UK aims to create a world where older people can live their lives free from poverty, isolation and neglect. It raises awareness of issues affecting older people in the UK and overseas, researches and campaigns for changes in policy and practice, and offers practical support to disadvantaged older people. It is funded by individuals, companies and trusts.
Activities & Mission
Age UK aims to create a world where older people can live their lives free from poverty, isolation and neglect. It raises awareness of issues affecting older people in the UK and overseas, researches and campaigns for changes in policy and practice, and offers practical support to disadvantaged older people. It is funded by individuals, companies and trusts.
Grants
Age UK makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £28,643,000
- Who it helps
- elderly people, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, accommodation or housing and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £131,786,000 | £135,081,000 | £68,043,000 | £50,435,000 | £35,000,000 | 1317 / 12921 |
| 2024 | £121,698,000 | £128,074,000 | £65,153,000 | £57,149,000 | £34,726,000 | 1304 / 9708 |
| 2023 | £123,225,000 | £130,516,000 | £72,396,000 | £65,646,000 | £36,699,000 | 1222 / 9274 |
| 2022 | £125,972,000 | £115,293,000 | £62,788,000 | £79,988,000 | £38,723,000 | 1164 / 8143 |
| 2021 | £127,055,000 | £125,143,000 | £69,255,000 | £60,105,000 | £34,122,000 | 1258 / 7500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Age UK
What does Age UK do?
Age UK aims to create a world where older people can live their lives free from poverty, isolation and neglect. It raises awareness of issues affecting older people in the UK and overseas, researches and campaigns for changes in policy and practice, and offers practical support to disadvantaged older people. It is funded by individuals, companies and trusts.
How much income did Age UK report in 2025?
Age UK reported total income of £131.79m and reported expenditure of £135.08m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Age UK registered as a charity?
Age UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 2009 as charity number 1128267. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Age UK?
Age UK is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Toby Emil Strauss. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Age UK operate?
Age UK operates across 25 areas, including Bangladesh, Burma, Colombia and 22 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Age UK a registered charity?
Yes — Age UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1128267.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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