Family Fund Trust
Also known as: The Family Fund, The Family Fund Trust for Families with Severely Disabled Children
THE FAMILY FUND HELPS FAMILIES WITH SEVERELY DISABLED OR SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN TO HAVE CHOICES AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY ORDINARY LIFE. WE SUPPORT FAMILIES WITH SIGNPOSTING AND INFORMATION AND GIVE GRANTS FOR THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND MORE ENJOYABLE FOR THE DISABLED CHILD AND THEIR FAMILY, SUCH AS WASHING MACHINES, HOSPITAL VISITING COSTS, COMPUTERS AND FAMILY BREAKS.
Activities & Mission
THE FAMILY FUND HELPS FAMILIES WITH SEVERELY DISABLED OR SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN TO HAVE CHOICES AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY ORDINARY LIFE. WE SUPPORT FAMILIES WITH SIGNPOSTING AND INFORMATION AND GIVE GRANTS FOR THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND MORE ENJOYABLE FOR THE DISABLED CHILD AND THEIR FAMILY, SUCH AS WASHING MACHINES, HOSPITAL VISITING COSTS, COMPUTERS AND FAMILY BREAKS.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £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 | £44,882,000 | £45,488,000 | £42,425,000 | £12,589,000 | £7,063,000 | 197 / 1 |
| 2024 | £49,350,000 | £48,983,000 | £43,698,000 | £13,195,000 | £4,883,000 | 202 / 4 |
| 2023 | £46,388,000 | £44,197,000 | £41,407,000 | £12,828,000 | £3,336,000 | 201 / 3 |
| 2022 | £43,617,000 | £40,807,000 | £38,464,000 | £10,637,000 | £3,617,000 | 192 / 5 |
| 2021 | £55,405,000 | £52,967,000 | £50,940,000 | £7,827,000 | £2,366,000 | 179 / 65 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Family Fund Trust
What does Family Fund Trust do?
THE FAMILY FUND HELPS FAMILIES WITH SEVERELY DISABLED OR SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN TO HAVE CHOICES AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY ORDINARY LIFE. WE SUPPORT FAMILIES WITH SIGNPOSTING AND INFORMATION AND GIVE GRANTS FOR THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND MORE ENJOYABLE FOR THE DISABLED CHILD AND THEIR FAMILY, SUCH AS WASHING MACHINES, HOSPITAL VISITING COSTS, COMPUTERS AND FAMILY BREAKS.
How much income did Family Fund Trust report in 2025?
Family Fund Trust reported total income of £44.88m and reported expenditure of £45.49m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Family Fund Trust?
Family Fund Trust has a program ratio of 94.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Family Fund Trust registered as a charity?
Family Fund Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 1996 as charity number 1053866. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Family Fund Trust?
Family Fund Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Roy Langley O'Shaughnessy. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Family Fund Trust operate?
Family Fund Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Family Fund Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Family Fund Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053866.
Details
Unit 3
Alpha Court, Monks Cross Drive
Huntington
YORK
YO32 9WN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Family Fund
- The Family Fund Trust for Families with Severely Disabled Children
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated