Foothold Cymru
Also known as: The Centre for Building Social Action Ltd, Cbsa
Foothold Cymru is a social justice charity operating in West Wales. Our focus is on tackling the causes and consequences of poverty through a range of capacity building activities and services; recognising that the solutions and the skills to put them in place, are found in the lived experiences of the people and communities affected.
Activities & Mission
Foothold Cymru is a social justice charity operating in West Wales. Our focus is on tackling the causes and consequences of poverty through a range of capacity building activities and services; recognising that the solutions and the skills to put them in place, are found in the lived experiences of the people and communities affected.
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 Information
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £610,162 | £790,518 | £741,670 | £855,416 | £68,029 | 18 / 20 |
| 2024 | £877,188 | £844,145 | £793,737 | £1,035,772 | £103,730 | 18 / 72 |
| 2023 | £889,671 | £836,897 | £803,562 | £1,002,729 | £41,827 | 18 / 42 |
| 2022 | £904,795 | £828,883 | £781,970 | £949,955 | £15,251 | 22 / 52 |
| 2021 | £857,757 | £835,560 | £805,676 | £874,043 | £13,038 | 17 / 42 |
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Frequently asked questions about Foothold Cymru
What does Foothold Cymru do?
Foothold Cymru is a social justice charity operating in West Wales. Our focus is on tackling the causes and consequences of poverty through a range of capacity building activities and services; recognising that the solutions and the skills to put them in place, are found in the lived experiences of the people and communities affected.
How much income did Foothold Cymru report in 2025?
Foothold Cymru reported total income of £610k and reported expenditure of £791k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Foothold Cymru registered as a charity?
Foothold Cymru was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 March 2020 as charity number 1188696. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Foothold Cymru?
Foothold Cymru is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Fred St-John Roberts JP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Foothold Cymru operate?
Foothold Cymru operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Foothold Cymru a registered charity?
Yes — Foothold Cymru is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188696.
Details
Trostre Road
Llanelli
SA14 9RA
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Also Known As
- The Centre for Building Social Action Ltd
- Cbsa
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