First Give
THE PROVISION OF A GIVING AND SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAMME. STUDENTS ACROSS A SECONDARY SCHOOL YEAR GROUP TAKE PART IN A PROGRAMME THAT SEES THEM UNDERSTAND SOCIAL ISSUES, RESEARCH AND CONNECT WITH LOCAL CHARITIES WHO THEY SUPPORT THROUGH SOCIAL ACTION. CLASSES COMPETE WITH EACH OTHER AT A SCHOOL FINAL TO SHOWCASE THEIR SOCIAL ACTION PROJECTS, WITH THE WINNING CLASS WINNING £1,000 FOR THEIR CHARITY
Activities & Mission
THE PROVISION OF A GIVING AND SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAMME. STUDENTS ACROSS A SECONDARY SCHOOL YEAR GROUP TAKE PART IN A PROGRAMME THAT SEES THEM UNDERSTAND SOCIAL ISSUES, RESEARCH AND CONNECT WITH LOCAL CHARITIES WHO THEY SUPPORT THROUGH SOCIAL ACTION. CLASSES COMPETE WITH EACH OTHER AT A SCHOOL FINAL TO SHOWCASE THEIR SOCIAL ACTION PROJECTS, WITH THE WINNING CLASS WINNING £1,000 FOR THEIR CHARITY
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 37% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £907,531 | £858,118 | £765,206 | £388,471 | £388,471 | 8 / 0 |
| 2024 | £886,112 | £812,381 | £809,328 | £339,058 | £339,058 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £795,830 | £833,919 | £833,919 | £265,327 | £235,000 | 10 / 0 |
| 2022 | £707,625 | £807,584 | £807,584 | £303,416 | £282,111 | 9 / 0 |
| 2021 | £596,370 | £566,039 | £566,039 | £403,375 | £373,775 | 7 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about First Give
What does First Give do?
THE PROVISION OF A GIVING AND SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAMME. STUDENTS ACROSS A SECONDARY SCHOOL YEAR GROUP TAKE PART IN A PROGRAMME THAT SEES THEM UNDERSTAND SOCIAL ISSUES, RESEARCH AND CONNECT WITH LOCAL CHARITIES WHO THEY SUPPORT THROUGH SOCIAL ACTION. CLASSES COMPETE WITH EACH OTHER AT A SCHOOL FINAL TO SHOWCASE THEIR SOCIAL ACTION PROJECTS, WITH THE WINNING CLASS WINNING £1,000 FOR THEIR CHARITY
How much income did First Give report in 2025?
First Give reported total income of £908k and reported expenditure of £858k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is First Give?
First Give has a program ratio of 84.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was First Give registered as a charity?
First Give was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 March 2014 as charity number 1156416. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs First Give?
First Give is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Daryl Fielding. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does First Give operate?
First Give operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is First Give a registered charity?
Yes — First Give is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156416.
Details
Haskell House
152 West End Lane
LONDON
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- 14 May 2026
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