Be One
Also known as: Be One Percent Foundation
Be One is a group of people making a dent in global inequality through collective giving. Each individual contributes an affordable monthly donation which funds a project for people living in the world's most marginalised communities. We see ourselves as a monthly subscription to positive change.
Activities & Mission
Be One is a group of people making a dent in global inequality through collective giving. Each individual contributes an affordable monthly donation which funds a project for people living in the world's most marginalised communities. We see ourselves as a monthly subscription to positive change.
Grants
Be One is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £51,763
- 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
- the prevention or relief of poverty
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £48,259 | £51,763 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £54,073 | £54,024 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £59,321 | £62,651 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £62,769 | £74,008 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £65,379 | £89,900 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Be One
What does Be One do?
Be One is a group of people making a dent in global inequality through collective giving. Each individual contributes an affordable monthly donation which funds a project for people living in the world's most marginalised communities. We see ourselves as a monthly subscription to positive change.
How much income did Be One report in 2026?
Be One reported total income of £48k and reported expenditure of £52k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Be One registered as a charity?
Be One was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 May 2012 as charity number 1147505. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Be One?
Be One is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAN MARGARET HOWES CARLYLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Be One operate?
Be One operates across 25 areas, including Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso and 22 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Be One a registered charity?
Yes — Be One is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147505.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- Be One Percent Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated