Always Ahead

The Always Ahead Charity was formed with the aim of carrying out charitable works for public benefit through the practical application of Christian ethics and principles by:1.Community Enhancement2. Youth Engagement 3. Prevention of Poverty4. Social Inclusion

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Activities & Mission

Areas of Operation

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.

Local Authority

Cheshire East

Financial Information

Latest Income

£6,054

Latest Expenditure

£114,412

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 73.3%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 97.5%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 5.6%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £283

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £15

Other Income £571,189

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £419,167

Raising Funds £10,920

Governance £13,010

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£6,054	£114,412				0 / 1
2024	£269,830	£323,390				0 / 1
2023	£571,487	£430,087	£419,167	£166,982	£166,982	0 / 2
2022	£100,031	£166,640				0 / 1
2021	£96,756	£4,560				0 / 23

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Frequently asked questions about Always Ahead

What does Always Ahead do?

How much income did Always Ahead report in 2025?

Always Ahead reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £114k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Always Ahead registered as a charity?

Always Ahead was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 January 2020 as charity number 1187685. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Always Ahead?

Always Ahead is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sheron Lesley Ferguson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Always Ahead operate?

Always Ahead operates in Cheshire East, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Always Ahead a registered charity?

Yes — Always Ahead is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187685.