Fishing Into The Future
Also known as: Fitf
Our mission is the 'Chart a course towards sustainable and prosperous UK fisheries'. We work with industry and a range of stakeholders to take action that makes a difference at critical points in relation to our mission. We work mainly in the fields of industry generated data, industry innovations, training for sustainability and providing a coordination and stakeholder engagement mechanism.
Activities & Mission
Our mission is the 'Chart a course towards sustainable and prosperous UK fisheries'. We work with industry and a range of stakeholders to take action that makes a difference at critical points in relation to our mission. We work mainly in the fields of industry generated data, industry innovations, training for sustainability and providing a coordination and stakeholder engagement mechanism.
Grants
Fishing Into The Future is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £234,101
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £269,731 | £234,101 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £161,769 | £149,723 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £137,681 | £130,308 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £178,144 | £105,336 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £70,569 | £77,815 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Fishing Into The Future
What does Fishing Into The Future do?
Our mission is the 'Chart a course towards sustainable and prosperous UK fisheries'. We work with industry and a range of stakeholders to take action that makes a difference at critical points in relation to our mission. We work mainly in the fields of industry generated data, industry innovations, training for sustainability and providing a coordination and stakeholder engagement mechanism.
How much income did Fishing Into The Future report in 2025?
Fishing Into The Future reported total income of £270k and reported expenditure of £234k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Fishing Into The Future registered as a charity?
Fishing Into The Future was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 2015 as charity number 1160123. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Fishing Into The Future?
Fishing Into The Future is governed by a board of 22 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Stevens. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Fishing Into The Future operate?
Fishing Into The Future operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is Fishing Into The Future a registered charity?
Yes — Fishing Into The Future is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160123.
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Also governs 1 other charity
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Also Known As
- Fitf
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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