John James Bristol Foundation
The Foundation grants money, under the terms of the trust deed, as diversely as it can to benefit as many residents of the City of Bristol as possible. The primary, although not exclusive, focus areas for grants are education, health, and the elderly.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation grants money, under the terms of the trust deed, as diversely as it can to benefit as many residents of the City of Bristol as possible. The primary, although not exclusive, focus areas for grants are education, health, and the elderly.
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 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £1,384,343 | £2,938,953 | £2,574,040 | £98,233,270 | £2,642,269 | 4 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,321,467 | £2,485,008 | £2,199,842 | £91,845,736 | £2,322,472 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,090,274 | £2,881,645 | £2,573,258 | £81,712,724 | £1,665,723 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,354,650 | £3,311,715 | £2,968,139 | £81,427,759 | £81,427,759 | 4 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,188,468 | £2,836,454 | £2,515,133 | £89,486,376 | £3,212,256 | 4 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about John James Bristol Foundation
What does John James Bristol Foundation do?
The Foundation grants money, under the terms of the trust deed, as diversely as it can to benefit as many residents of the City of Bristol as possible. The primary, although not exclusive, focus areas for grants are education, health, and the elderly.
How much income did John James Bristol Foundation report in 2025?
John James Bristol Foundation reported total income of £1.38m and reported expenditure of £2.94m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is John James Bristol Foundation?
John James Bristol Foundation has a program ratio of 185.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was John James Bristol Foundation registered as a charity?
John James Bristol Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 1984 as charity number 288417. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs John James Bristol Foundation?
John James Bristol Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOAN YVONNE JOHNSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does John James Bristol Foundation operate?
John James Bristol Foundation operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is John James Bristol Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — John James Bristol Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 288417.
Details
7 Clyde Road
Redland
BRISTOL
BS6 6RG
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