Octavia Foundation
Also known as: Octavia Hill Housing Trust Foundation, Octavia Hill Housing Trust Friends Foundation
The Octavia Foundation works with people affected by unemployment, ill health, social isolation or low incomes to connect them with opportunities for positive personal change. We deliver services in five key areas: care and support for older and vulnerable people work with young people help with training and employment help with money and debt involving the community
Activities & Mission
The Octavia Foundation works with people affected by unemployment, ill health, social isolation or low incomes to connect them with opportunities for positive personal change. We deliver services in five key areas: care and support for older and vulnerable people work with young people help with training and employment help with money and debt involving the community
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
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 | £170,565 | £289,760 | 0 / 692 | |||
| 2024 | £175,863 | £469,343 | 0 / 589 | |||
| 2023 | £246,795 | £479,949 | 0 / 457 | |||
| 2022 | £394,627 | £451,886 | 0 / 406 | |||
| 2021 | £421,212 | £444,015 | 0 / 293 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Octavia Foundation
What does Octavia Foundation do?
The Octavia Foundation works with people affected by unemployment, ill health, social isolation or low incomes to connect them with opportunities for positive personal change. We deliver services in five key areas: care and support for older and vulnerable people work with young people help with training and employment help with money and debt involving the community
How much income did Octavia Foundation report in 2025?
Octavia Foundation reported total income of £171k and reported expenditure of £290k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Octavia Foundation registered as a charity?
Octavia Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 November 1997 as charity number 1065817. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Octavia Foundation?
Octavia Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Margaret Elizabeth Porteous. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Octavia Foundation operate?
Octavia Foundation operates across 4 areas: Brent, City Of Westminster, Hammersmith And Fulham and Kensington And Chelsea.
Is Octavia Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Octavia Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1065817.
Details
202-208 KENSAL ROAD
LONDON
W10 5BN
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Also Known As
- Octavia Hill Housing Trust Foundation
- Octavia Hill Housing Trust Friends Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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