Hackney Quest
Hackney Quest aims to develop the potential of young people though educational & social development activities and workshops, thereby bringing together young people from different geographical and ethnic communities to help break down prejudice and misunderstanding. They have an active involvement in the governance of Hackney Quest which prepares them for the responsibilities of adulthood
Activities & Mission
Hackney Quest aims to develop the potential of young people though educational & social development activities and workshops, thereby bringing together young people from different geographical and ethnic communities to help break down prejudice and misunderstanding. They have an active involvement in the governance of Hackney Quest which prepares them for the responsibilities of adulthood
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 29% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £826,946 | £565,495 | £521,927 | £363,685 | £146,000 | 8 / 97 |
| 2024 | £529,715 | £544,569 | £492,819 | £102,234 | £67,290 | 8 / 80 |
| 2023 | £510,369 | £526,332 | £483,923 | £117,088 | £51,028 | 8 / 85 |
| 2022 | £444,005 | £500,968 | 0 / 102 | |||
| 2021 | £531,895 | £523,209 | £488,281 | £190,014 | £50,000 | 9 / 75 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Hackney Quest
What does Hackney Quest do?
Hackney Quest aims to develop the potential of young people though educational & social development activities and workshops, thereby bringing together young people from different geographical and ethnic communities to help break down prejudice and misunderstanding. They have an active involvement in the governance of Hackney Quest which prepares them for the responsibilities of adulthood
How much income did Hackney Quest report in 2025?
Hackney Quest reported total income of £827k and reported expenditure of £565k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Hackney Quest?
Hackney Quest has a program ratio of 63.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Hackney Quest registered as a charity?
Hackney Quest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 1988 as charity number 299734. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Hackney Quest?
Hackney Quest is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charndeep Kaur. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hackney Quest operate?
Hackney Quest operates in Hackney, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Hackney Quest a registered charity?
Yes — Hackney Quest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299734.
Details
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E9 7AE
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