Palace For Life Foundation
Also known as: Crystal Palace Fc Community Sports Trust, Crystal Palace Fc Foundation
PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR FOOTBALL AND MULTI-SPORTS DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL INCLUSION, HEALTH & EDUCATION, DISABILITY & WOMEN'S FOOTBALL, AND WORKING WITHIN A BROAD AGE SPECTRUM OF DELIVERY FOR 3 TO 19 YEAR OLDS.
Activities & Mission
PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR FOOTBALL AND MULTI-SPORTS DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL INCLUSION, HEALTH & EDUCATION, DISABILITY & WOMEN'S FOOTBALL, AND WORKING WITHIN A BROAD AGE SPECTRUM OF DELIVERY FOR 3 TO 19 YEAR OLDS.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% 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 | £3,301,847 | £3,216,746 | £2,988,470 | £1,265,212 | £1,265,212 | 111 / 75 |
| 2024 | £3,001,681 | £2,828,381 | £2,597,163 | £1,180,111 | £1,180,111 | 100 / 63 |
| 2023 | £2,680,127 | £2,542,341 | £2,371,488 | £1,006,811 | £1,006,811 | 101 / 61 |
| 2022 | £2,586,878 | £2,423,871 | £2,273,847 | £869,025 | £869,025 | 91 / 55 |
| 2021 | £2,221,202 | £2,016,542 | £1,940,070 | £706,018 | £677,150 | 88 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Palace For Life Foundation
What does Palace For Life Foundation do?
PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR FOOTBALL AND MULTI-SPORTS DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL INCLUSION, HEALTH & EDUCATION, DISABILITY & WOMEN'S FOOTBALL, AND WORKING WITHIN A BROAD AGE SPECTRUM OF DELIVERY FOR 3 TO 19 YEAR OLDS.
How much income did Palace For Life Foundation report in 2025?
Palace For Life Foundation reported total income of £3.30m and reported expenditure of £3.22m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Palace For Life Foundation?
Palace For Life Foundation has a program ratio of 90.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Palace For Life Foundation registered as a charity?
Palace For Life Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 2008 as charity number 1125878. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Palace For Life Foundation?
Palace For Life Foundation is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Palace For Life Foundation operate?
Palace For Life Foundation operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Palace For Life Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Palace For Life Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125878.
Details
Selhurst Park Stadium
Holmesdale Road
LONDON
SE25 6PU
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Crystal Palace Fc Community Sports Trust
- Crystal Palace Fc Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated