Fondation Chanel
Fondation CHANEL aims for all women and adolescent girls to be free to shape their own destinies; it strives to achieve maximum impact by centring the needs of women with overlapping vulnerabilities. It pursues grant-making through the thematic pillars of: (i) safety; (ii) economic and social autonomy; and (iii) climate resilience by partnering with organisation in the UK and internationally.
Activities & Mission
Fondation CHANEL aims for all women and adolescent girls to be free to shape their own destinies; it strives to achieve maximum impact by centring the needs of women with overlapping vulnerabilities. It pursues grant-making through the thematic pillars of: (i) safety; (ii) economic and social autonomy; and (iii) climate resilience by partnering with organisation in the UK and internationally.
Grants
Fondation Chanel is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £150,257,867
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and disability
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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 | £172,792,930 | £168,214,610 | £168,214,610 | £148,763,571 | £148,763,571 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,426,525 | £19,697,919 | £19,697,919 | £153,869,295 | £153,869,295 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £100,519,004 | £25,082,814 | £25,082,814 | £170,096,077 | £170,096,077 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £86,230,975 | £12,918,586 | £12,918,586 | £99,738,540 | £0 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £24,532,556 | £2,533,168 | £2,533,168 | £22,056,151 | £22,056,151 | 6 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Fondation Chanel
What does Fondation Chanel do?
Fondation CHANEL aims for all women and adolescent girls to be free to shape their own destinies; it strives to achieve maximum impact by centring the needs of women with overlapping vulnerabilities. It pursues grant-making through the thematic pillars of: (i) safety; (ii) economic and social autonomy; and (iii) climate resilience by partnering with organisation in the UK and internationally.
How much income did Fondation Chanel report in 2025?
Fondation Chanel reported total income of £172.79m and reported expenditure of £168.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Fondation Chanel registered as a charity?
Fondation Chanel was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 July 2021 as charity number 1195353. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Fondation Chanel?
Fondation Chanel is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Fondation Chanel operate?
Fondation Chanel operates across 41 areas, including Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil and 38 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Fondation Chanel a registered charity?
Yes — Fondation Chanel is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195353.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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