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Paddle Trust UK

Also known as: Canoe Foundation, The Canoeing Foundation

The objectives of the Canoe Foundation are principally to raise money; inform and educate; and allocate funds, in line with the Charity's mission statement: 'Positively changing lives through canoeing'. This includes support for young people and equality.

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Activities & Mission

The objectives of the Canoe Foundation are principally to raise money; inform and educate; and allocate funds, in line with the Charity's mission statement: 'Positively changing lives through canoeing'. This includes support for young people and equality.

Grants

Paddle Trust UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£74,471
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, people with disabilities and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, disability and amateur sport

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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£23,716
Latest Expenditure
£74,471

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 314.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

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

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£23,716
£74,4710 / 2
2024
£32,295
£42,8970 / 2
2023
£19,066
£48,3090 / 0
2021
£28,190
£60,1690 / 2

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Frequently asked questions about Paddle Trust UK

What does Paddle Trust UK do?

The objectives of the Canoe Foundation are principally to raise money; inform and educate; and allocate funds, in line with the Charity's mission statement: 'Positively changing lives through canoeing'. This includes support for young people and equality.

How much income did Paddle Trust UK report in 2025?

Paddle Trust UK reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £74k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Paddle Trust UK registered as a charity?

Paddle Trust UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 November 2007 as charity number 1121456. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs Paddle Trust UK?

Paddle Trust UK is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Paddle Trust UK operate?

Paddle Trust UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Paddle Trust UK a registered charity?

Yes — Paddle Trust UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121456.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
1 November 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4031876
Charity Number
1121456

Trustees

Aidan McGuffie
Amanda Kitchen
Chris Earle
Simon Papprill
Sue Hornby

Also Known As

  • Canoe Foundation
  • The Canoeing Foundation

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