Cheshire Community Foundation Limited
The main area of our charitable activities is the distribution of grants to not-for-profit organisations based in the county of Cheshire in the local community on behalf of donors and fund holders.
Activities & Mission
The main area of our charitable activities is the distribution of grants to not-for-profit organisations based in the county of Cheshire in the local community on behalf of donors and fund holders.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 90% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 46% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,290,445 | £2,857,180 | £2,755,619 | £9,490,426 | £342,666 | 10 / 47 |
| 2023 | £2,027,372 | £2,105,140 | £2,005,332 | £9,824,814 | £338,070 | 10 / 47 |
| 2022 | £1,919,287 | £1,804,949 | £1,695,945 | £9,183,366 | £320,034 | 8 / 47 |
| 2021 | £1,781,720 | £2,135,123 | £2,022,050 | £10,069,529 | £359,338 | 7 / 76 |
| 2020 | £5,172,692 | £3,131,649 | £3,029,755 | £9,358,398 | £330,658 | 5 / 62 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cheshire Community Foundation Limited
What does Cheshire Community Foundation Limited do?
The main area of our charitable activities is the distribution of grants to not-for-profit organisations based in the county of Cheshire in the local community on behalf of donors and fund holders.
How much income did Cheshire Community Foundation Limited report in 2024?
Cheshire Community Foundation Limited reported total income of £2.29m and reported expenditure of £2.86m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cheshire Community Foundation Limited?
Cheshire Community Foundation Limited has a program ratio of 120.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cheshire Community Foundation Limited registered as a charity?
Cheshire Community Foundation Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 September 2011 as charity number 1143711. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Cheshire Community Foundation Limited?
Cheshire Community Foundation Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicola Clare Owen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cheshire Community Foundation Limited operate?
Cheshire Community Foundation Limited operates across 3 areas: Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and Warrington.
Is Cheshire Community Foundation Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Cheshire Community Foundation Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1143711.
Details
c/o The Challenge Academy Trust
Bridgewater High School
Broomfields Road
WARRINGTON
WA4 3AE
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