Bates Wells Foundation
Also known as: Bwb Charitable Incorporated Organisation, Bwb Charity, Bwb Foundation, The Better Way to Be Charitable Incorporated Organisation, Bates Wells Charity
The charity runs the Stephen Lloyd Awards, established in memory of inspirational lawyer Stephen Lloyd who died in August 2014. The aim of the awards is to find and nurture innovative ideas and projects that can lead to practical, sustainable social change (see www.stephenlloydawards.org). The charity is also a grant giving trust that will support charities and charitable projects of all kinds.
Activities & Mission
The charity runs the Stephen Lloyd Awards, established in memory of inspirational lawyer Stephen Lloyd who died in August 2014. The aim of the awards is to find and nurture innovative ideas and projects that can lead to practical, sustainable social change (see www.stephenlloydawards.org). The charity is also a grant giving trust that will support charities and charitable projects of all kinds.
Grants
Bates Wells Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £125,086
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £113,252 | £125,086 | 0 / 98 | |||
| 2024 | £107,406 | £112,230 | 0 / 89 | |||
| 2023 | £97,411 | £107,978 | 0 / 107 | |||
| 2022 | £113,168 | £88,419 | 0 / 89 | |||
| 2021 | £92,211 | £69,709 | 0 / 89 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bates Wells Foundation
What does Bates Wells Foundation do?
The charity runs the Stephen Lloyd Awards, established in memory of inspirational lawyer Stephen Lloyd who died in August 2014. The aim of the awards is to find and nurture innovative ideas and projects that can lead to practical, sustainable social change (see www.stephenlloydawards.org). The charity is also a grant giving trust that will support charities and charitable projects of all kinds.
How much income did Bates Wells Foundation report in 2025?
Bates Wells Foundation reported total income of £113k and reported expenditure of £125k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bates Wells Foundation registered as a charity?
Bates Wells Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 January 2013 as charity number 1150321. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Bates Wells Foundation?
Bates Wells Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHANIE BIDEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bates Wells Foundation operate?
Bates Wells Foundation operates in City Of London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bates Wells Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Bates Wells Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150321.
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Trustees
Also governs 4 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Bwb Charitable Incorporated Organisation
- Bwb Charity
- Bwb Foundation
- The Better Way to Be Charitable Incorporated Organisation
- Bates Wells Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated