Racing Welfare
The charity provides support for those working in or retired from the horseracing and thoroughbred industry including: provision of occupational health and mental health services; a 24 hour support line; advice and guidance; community events for working and retired staff; grants to individuals and organisations; housing; career advice and training support.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides support for those working in or retired from the horseracing and thoroughbred industry including: provision of occupational health and mental health services; a 24 hour support line; advice and guidance; community events for working and retired staff; grants to individuals and organisations; housing; career advice and training support.
Grants
Racing Welfare makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £79,500
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £5,475,586 | £4,638,698 | £3,759,204 | £31,947,085 | £12,922,128 | 51 / 145 |
| 2024 | £4,277,898 | £5,001,957 | £4,102,744 | £30,046,127 | £11,030,000 | 50 / 192 |
| 2023 | £5,031,142 | £5,359,829 | £4,801,952 | £30,004,471 | £11,898,000 | 55 / 172 |
| 2022 | £4,269,265 | £4,952,462 | £4,376,355 | £29,775,601 | £12,900,000 | 57 / 140 |
| 2021 | £4,669,155 | £4,418,460 | £3,656,783 | £32,057,465 | £13,963,000 | 52 / 132 |
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Frequently asked questions about Racing Welfare
What does Racing Welfare do?
The charity provides support for those working in or retired from the horseracing and thoroughbred industry including: provision of occupational health and mental health services; a 24 hour support line; advice and guidance; community events for working and retired staff; grants to individuals and organisations; housing; career advice and training support.
How much income did Racing Welfare report in 2025?
Racing Welfare reported total income of £5.48m and reported expenditure of £4.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Racing Welfare registered as a charity?
Racing Welfare was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 December 2000 as charity number 1084042. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Racing Welfare?
Racing Welfare is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Racing Welfare operate?
Racing Welfare operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Racing Welfare a registered charity?
Yes — Racing Welfare is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084042.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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