Opportunity Sports Foundation
Providing sport and leisure activities to under privileged and disabled young people throughout the north west.
Activities & Mission
Providing sport and leisure activities to under privileged and disabled young people throughout the north west.
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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £221,003 | £211,994 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2024 | £217,134 | £189,081 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2023 | £205,228 | £178,609 | 0 / 19 | |||
| 2022 | £96,669 | £82,262 | 0 / 22 | |||
| 2021 | £95,068 | £83,234 | 0 / 21 |
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Frequently asked questions about Opportunity Sports Foundation
What does Opportunity Sports Foundation do?
Providing sport and leisure activities to under privileged and disabled young people throughout the north west.
How much income did Opportunity Sports Foundation report in 2025?
Opportunity Sports Foundation reported total income of £221k and reported expenditure of £212k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Opportunity Sports Foundation registered as a charity?
Opportunity Sports Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 June 2011 as charity number 1142543. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Opportunity Sports Foundation?
Opportunity Sports Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Philip Richard Entwistle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Opportunity Sports Foundation operate?
Opportunity Sports Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Blackburn With Darwen, Blackpool, Bolton and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Opportunity Sports Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Opportunity Sports Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142543.
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