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British Forces Foundation

Also known as: Bff

The British Forces Foundation provides top quality, morale boosting welfare for the men and women of Britain's Armed Forces, on Operations all over the world, principally through live entertainment -conveying the gratitude of the British Public for the sacrifices they make.

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Activities & Mission

The British Forces Foundation provides top quality, morale boosting welfare for the men and women of Britain's Armed Forces, on Operations all over the world, principally through live entertainment -conveying the gratitude of the British Public for the sacrifices they make.

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.

Show all 11 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£688,579
Latest Expenditure
£560,748

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 49.0%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 60.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 46.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £191,325
Charitable Activities £412,322
Other Trading £0
Investments £84,932
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £337,646
Raising Funds £223,102
Governance £37,000
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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£688,579
£560,748£337,646£1,819,945£360,6871 / 0
2024
£276,342
£400,4330 / 0
2023
£401,898
£465,5110 / 0
2022
£524,064
£381,516£237,159£2,053,279£384,2322 / 0
2021
£240,243
£254,0930 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Forces Foundation

What does British Forces Foundation do?

The British Forces Foundation provides top quality, morale boosting welfare for the men and women of Britain's Armed Forces, on Operations all over the world, principally through live entertainment -conveying the gratitude of the British Public for the sacrifices they make.

How much income did British Forces Foundation report in 2025?

British Forces Foundation reported total income of £689k and reported expenditure of £561k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Forces Foundation registered as a charity?

British Forces Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1999 as charity number 1075109. It has been registered for 27 years.

Who runs British Forces Foundation?

British Forces Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Forces Foundation operate?

British Forces Foundation operates across 11 areas, including Afghanistan, Belize, Brunei and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is British Forces Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — British Forces Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075109.

Details

Address
10A THE HIGH STREET
PEWSEY
WILTSHIRE
SN9 5AQ
Registration Date
15 April 1999
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3961524
Charity Number
1075109

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Trustees

Admiral Sir David Steel
Allan Thomson
Andrew Kerry Pike
Also governs 1 other charity
Claire Robson
James William Charles Moir
Katharine Pooley
KATHERINE MARIA JENKINS
LIEUTENANT GENERAL PETER PEARSON CBE
Matthew Wiles CB, CBE
Sir GERALD HOWARTH
The Lord GEORGE ROBERTSON

Also Known As

  • Bff

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30 July 2026
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