Foundation Matters
The objectives of the Charity are to advance the Christian faith in accordance with its statement of beliefs, advance education in accordance with Christian principles and to relieve persons who are in conditions of need or hardship, or who are aged or sick.
Activities & Mission
The objectives of the Charity are to advance the Christian faith in accordance with its statement of beliefs, advance education in accordance with Christian principles and to relieve persons who are in conditions of need or hardship, or who are aged or sick.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 17% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% of UK Social welfare 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £354,664 | £491,243 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2023 | £576,022 | £266,424 | £266,424 | £3,893,417 | £150,788 | 1 / 15 |
| 2022 | £311,189 | £246,813 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2021 | £305,064 | £192,464 | 0 / 22 | |||
| 2020 | £567,894 | £232,236 | £232,236 | £3,406,843 | £100,000 | 1 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Foundation Matters
What does Foundation Matters do?
The objectives of the Charity are to advance the Christian faith in accordance with its statement of beliefs, advance education in accordance with Christian principles and to relieve persons who are in conditions of need or hardship, or who are aged or sick.
How much income did Foundation Matters report in 2024?
Foundation Matters reported total income of £355k and reported expenditure of £491k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Foundation Matters?
Foundation Matters has a program ratio of 46.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 17% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Foundation Matters registered as a charity?
Foundation Matters was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 2005 as charity number 1107662. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Foundation Matters?
Foundation Matters is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Foundation Matters operate?
Foundation Matters operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Foundation Matters a registered charity?
Yes — Foundation Matters is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1107662.
Details
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BARROW-ON-TRENT
DERBY
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Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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