Oakwood Youth Challenge
The mission of Oakwood Youth Challenge is to challenge young people physically,socially and spiritually. We aim to build up local youth through a range of activities, providing programs for individual and team development. Additionally the site now benefits from a purpose built indoor Climbing Centre providing physical and social challenges to both young people and adults.
Activities & Mission
The mission of Oakwood Youth Challenge is to challenge young people physically,socially and spiritually. We aim to build up local youth through a range of activities, providing programs for individual and team development. Additionally the site now benefits from a purpose built indoor Climbing Centre providing physical and social challenges to both young people and adults.
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 59% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 47% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Leisure 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,910,834 | £1,875,145 | £1,818,559 | £1,054,951 | £211,787 | 36 / 7 |
| 2023 | £1,790,154 | £1,692,735 | £1,637,213 | £1,019,262 | £168,969 | 30 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,701,966 | £1,493,883 | £1,438,139 | £921,843 | £921,843 | 27 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,068,685 | £1,012,144 | £983,022 | £624,155 | £624,155 | 19 / 0 |
| 2020 | £812,226 | £843,122 | £796,964 | £567,614 | £564,859 | 19 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Oakwood Youth Challenge
What does Oakwood Youth Challenge do?
The mission of Oakwood Youth Challenge is to challenge young people physically,socially and spiritually. We aim to build up local youth through a range of activities, providing programs for individual and team development. Additionally the site now benefits from a purpose built indoor Climbing Centre providing physical and social challenges to both young people and adults.
How much income did Oakwood Youth Challenge report in 2024?
Oakwood Youth Challenge reported total income of £1.91m and reported expenditure of £1.88m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Oakwood Youth Challenge?
Oakwood Youth Challenge has a program ratio of 95.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 59% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Oakwood Youth Challenge registered as a charity?
Oakwood Youth Challenge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 February 2003 as charity number 1095999. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Oakwood Youth Challenge?
Oakwood Youth Challenge is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID EDWARD MAIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oakwood Youth Challenge operate?
Oakwood Youth Challenge operates across 2 areas: Bracknell Forest and Wokingham.
Is Oakwood Youth Challenge a registered charity?
Yes — Oakwood Youth Challenge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1095999.
Details
Waterloo Road
WOKINGHAM
Berkshire
RG40 3DA
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