Halifax Opportunities Trust
PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS & ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDES ADULT LEARNING, INCLUDING APPRENTICESHIPS & ESOL; PROVIDES ASSISTANCE FOR JOB SEEKERS BY WORKING WITH EMPLOYERS & THROUGH EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT INITIATIVES; PROVIDES CHILDCARE & FAMILY SUPPORT THROUGH THE HALIFAX CENTRAL & UPPER VALLEY AREA CHILDREN'S CENTRES & OTHER PROJECTS; PROVIDES WELLBEING ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES.
Activities & Mission
PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS & ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDES ADULT LEARNING, INCLUDING APPRENTICESHIPS & ESOL; PROVIDES ASSISTANCE FOR JOB SEEKERS BY WORKING WITH EMPLOYERS & THROUGH EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT INITIATIVES; PROVIDES CHILDCARE & FAMILY SUPPORT THROUGH THE HALIFAX CENTRAL & UPPER VALLEY AREA CHILDREN'S CENTRES & OTHER PROJECTS; PROVIDES WELLBEING ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES.
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 60% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £4,969,252 | £4,874,515 | £4,874,515 | £4,677,989 | £3,495,548 | 157 / 30 |
| 2024 | £4,713,767 | £4,645,524 | £4,645,524 | £2,377,922 | £894,647 | 173 / 20 |
| 2023 | £4,561,251 | £4,651,344 | £4,651,344 | £2,243,470 | £410,126 | 182 / 45 |
| 2022 | £4,413,690 | £4,454,423 | £3,995,067 | £838,759 | £559,626 | 182 / 48 |
| 2021 | £4,234,143 | £4,384,745 | £4,014,739 | -£1,441,591 | £1,118,109 | 188 / 24 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Halifax Opportunities Trust
What does Halifax Opportunities Trust do?
PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS & ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDES ADULT LEARNING, INCLUDING APPRENTICESHIPS & ESOL; PROVIDES ASSISTANCE FOR JOB SEEKERS BY WORKING WITH EMPLOYERS & THROUGH EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT INITIATIVES; PROVIDES CHILDCARE & FAMILY SUPPORT THROUGH THE HALIFAX CENTRAL & UPPER VALLEY AREA CHILDREN'S CENTRES & OTHER PROJECTS; PROVIDES WELLBEING ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES.
How much income did Halifax Opportunities Trust report in 2025?
Halifax Opportunities Trust reported total income of £4.97m and reported expenditure of £4.87m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Halifax Opportunities Trust?
Halifax Opportunities Trust has a program ratio of 98.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Halifax Opportunities Trust registered as a charity?
Halifax Opportunities Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 April 2001 as charity number 1086183. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Halifax Opportunities Trust?
Halifax Opportunities Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Halifax Opportunities Trust operate?
Halifax Opportunities Trust operates across 2 areas: Calderdale and Kirklees.
Is Halifax Opportunities Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Halifax Opportunities Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1086183.
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