BBC Children In Need
Also known as: The BBC Children in Need Appeal
The Charity?s objects are to further such exclusively charitable objects and purposes in any part of the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man as the Directors may in their discretion think fit and in particular (without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing) to relieve need, hardship, sickness, handicap and distress amongst children and young persons.
Activities & Mission
The Charity?s objects are to further such exclusively charitable objects and purposes in any part of the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man as the Directors may in their discretion think fit and in particular (without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing) to relieve need, hardship, sickness, handicap and distress amongst children and young persons.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £61,012,000 | £53,623,000 | £44,035,000 | £66,600,000 | £66,600,000 | 167 / 250 |
| 2024 | £54,912,249 | £49,240,729 | £41,499,256 | £57,152,013 | £57,152,013 | 152 / 250 |
| 2023 | £50,078,000 | £39,823,000 | £32,418,000 | £47,677,000 | £47,677,000 | 153 / 250 |
| 2022 | £69,928,692 | £74,523,835 | £67,728,624 | £37,475,254 | £37,475,254 | 150 / 250 |
| 2021 | £65,569,253 | £59,548,901 | £54,451,909 | £50,129,449 | £50,129,449 | 142 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about BBC Children In Need
What does BBC Children In Need do?
The Charity?s objects are to further such exclusively charitable objects and purposes in any part of the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man as the Directors may in their discretion think fit and in particular (without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing) to relieve need, hardship, sickness, handicap and distress amongst children and young persons.
How much income did BBC Children In Need report in 2025?
BBC Children In Need reported total income of £61.01m and reported expenditure of £53.62m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is BBC Children In Need?
BBC Children In Need has a program ratio of 72.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was BBC Children In Need registered as a charity?
BBC Children In Need was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 September 1989 as charity number 802052. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs BBC Children In Need?
BBC Children In Need is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Fairclough. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does BBC Children In Need operate?
BBC Children In Need operates across 6 areas, including Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Jersey and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is BBC Children In Need a registered charity?
Yes — BBC Children In Need is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 802052.
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- 14 May 2026
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