Project Challenge
To advance the education of disaffected young people in West Yorkshire between the ages of 16 and 19, who are unemployed, or lacking in qulaifications, or at risk of persistent anti-social behaviour, or offending, by the provision of programmes of outdoor education other training and challenging activities to improve their personal and social skills
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of disaffected young people in West Yorkshire between the ages of 16 and 19, who are unemployed, or lacking in qulaifications, or at risk of persistent anti-social behaviour, or offending, by the provision of programmes of outdoor education other training and challenging activities to improve their personal and social skills
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
Higher than 82% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £691,015 | £726,826 | £726,826 | £378,324 | £363,412 | 13 / 0 |
| 2024 | £626,255 | £595,230 | £595,230 | £414,135 | £65,352 | 14 / 0 |
| 2023 | £609,977 | £523,145 | £523,145 | £383,109 | £383,109 | 14 / 0 |
| 2022 | £509,392 | £415,700 | £415,700 | £296,277 | £39,114 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £395,933 | £279,803 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Project Challenge
What does Project Challenge do?
To advance the education of disaffected young people in West Yorkshire between the ages of 16 and 19, who are unemployed, or lacking in qulaifications, or at risk of persistent anti-social behaviour, or offending, by the provision of programmes of outdoor education other training and challenging activities to improve their personal and social skills
How much income did Project Challenge report in 2025?
Project Challenge reported total income of £691k and reported expenditure of £727k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Project Challenge?
Project Challenge has a program ratio of 105.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Project Challenge registered as a charity?
Project Challenge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 1997 as charity number 1060934. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Project Challenge?
Project Challenge is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAMELA JILL WILSON CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Project Challenge operate?
Project Challenge operates across 4 areas: Bradford City, Calderdale, Kirklees and Leeds City.
Is Project Challenge a registered charity?
Yes — Project Challenge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1060934.
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