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Hobden Foundation

The Trustees have identified the following areas as potential priorities for the Charity; the advancement of the Christian religion, including Christian organisations working closely with young people and the advancement of health and relief of those in need by reason of ill-health through the support for hospices providing end of life care.

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Activities & Mission

The Trustees have identified the following areas as potential priorities for the Charity; the advancement of the Christian religion, including Christian organisations working closely with young people and the advancement of health and relief of those in need by reason of ill-health through the support for hospices providing end of life care.

Grants

Hobden Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Grants paid (2023)
£120,000
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£176,262
Latest Expenditure
£175,500

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 16.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 2.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £743,810
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £2,304
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £123,149
Raising Funds £0
Governance £3,149
Grants to Institutions £120,000
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£176,262
£175,5000 / 0
2024
£170,012
£165,6400 / 0
2023
£746,114
£123,149£123,149£622,966£622,9660 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hobden Foundation

What does Hobden Foundation do?

The Trustees have identified the following areas as potential priorities for the Charity; the advancement of the Christian religion, including Christian organisations working closely with young people and the advancement of health and relief of those in need by reason of ill-health through the support for hospices providing end of life care.

How much income did Hobden Foundation report in 2025?

Hobden Foundation reported total income of £176k and reported expenditure of £176k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hobden Foundation registered as a charity?

Hobden Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 2022 as charity number 1201349. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Hobden Foundation?

Hobden Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Martin Hobden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hobden Foundation operate?

Hobden Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hobden Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Hobden Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1201349.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
15 December 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5208477
Charity Number
1201349

Trustees

Christopher Martin Hobden Chair
David Howard Rollason
Elisabeth Mary Hobden

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