Drive Forward Foundation
Also known as: Partners in Hope, St Francis and St Sergius Trust Fund
DRIVE FORWARD FOUNDATION, HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE FROM CARE (AGED 16-26) TO FIND SUITABLE EMPLOYMENT IN THEIR CHOSEN CAREER THROUGH INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED PROGRAMMES OF SUPPORT, TRAINING , WORK INDUCTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO GAIN EXPERIENCE THROUGH PAID EMPLOYMENT. PARTICULAR FOCUS ON YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE CARE OF THE STATUTORY AUTHORITY.
Activities & Mission
DRIVE FORWARD FOUNDATION, HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE FROM CARE (AGED 16-26) TO FIND SUITABLE EMPLOYMENT IN THEIR CHOSEN CAREER THROUGH INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED PROGRAMMES OF SUPPORT, TRAINING , WORK INDUCTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO GAIN EXPERIENCE THROUGH PAID EMPLOYMENT. PARTICULAR FOCUS ON YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE CARE OF THE STATUTORY AUTHORITY.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Beneficiary group 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,008,400 | £1,229,103 | £1,168,953 | £848,910 | £836,336 | 21 / 25 |
| 2024 | £1,032,991 | £1,064,416 | £1,011,256 | £1,069,613 | £1,069,613 | 20 / 50 |
| 2023 | £1,032,675 | £921,890 | £869,756 | £1,101,038 | £1,101,038 | 17 / 61 |
| 2022 | £940,808 | £842,621 | £806,094 | £990,347 | £813,424 | 17 / 53 |
| 2021 | £1,179,187 | £704,350 | £696,793 | £892,229 | £678,676 | 16 / 63 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Drive Forward Foundation
What does Drive Forward Foundation do?
DRIVE FORWARD FOUNDATION, HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE FROM CARE (AGED 16-26) TO FIND SUITABLE EMPLOYMENT IN THEIR CHOSEN CAREER THROUGH INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED PROGRAMMES OF SUPPORT, TRAINING , WORK INDUCTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO GAIN EXPERIENCE THROUGH PAID EMPLOYMENT. PARTICULAR FOCUS ON YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE CARE OF THE STATUTORY AUTHORITY.
How much income did Drive Forward Foundation report in 2025?
Drive Forward Foundation reported total income of £1.01m and reported expenditure of £1.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Drive Forward Foundation?
Drive Forward Foundation has a program ratio of 115.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Drive Forward Foundation registered as a charity?
Drive Forward Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1993 as charity number 1018750. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Drive Forward Foundation?
Drive Forward Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Max Hill. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Drive Forward Foundation operate?
Drive Forward Foundation operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Drive Forward Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Drive Forward Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1018750.
Details
14/15 Lower Marsh
London
SE1 7RJ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Partners in Hope
- St Francis and St Sergius Trust Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated