Rio Ferdinand Foundation
To offer positive activities to engage disadvantaged young people and communities; to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in developing life and social skills and to access training, education and employment. By supporting young people have a positive impact on society by tackling inequality and providing opportunities for social mobility.
Activities & Mission
To offer positive activities to engage disadvantaged young people and communities; to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in developing life and social skills and to access training, education and employment. By supporting young people have a positive impact on society by tackling inequality and providing opportunities for social mobility.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 71% 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
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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 | £1,325,089 | £1,203,401 | £1,062,449 | £421,211 | £374,246 | 30 / 20 |
| 2024 | £1,234,891 | £1,058,706 | £1,058,706 | £299,523 | £160,301 | 22 / 20 |
| 2023 | £764,785 | £693,354 | £693,354 | £123,338 | £53,527 | 19 / 20 |
| 2022 | £439,574 | £475,130 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £487,985 | £401,828 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Rio Ferdinand Foundation
What does Rio Ferdinand Foundation do?
To offer positive activities to engage disadvantaged young people and communities; to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in developing life and social skills and to access training, education and employment. By supporting young people have a positive impact on society by tackling inequality and providing opportunities for social mobility.
How much income did Rio Ferdinand Foundation report in 2025?
Rio Ferdinand Foundation reported total income of £1.33m and reported expenditure of £1.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Rio Ferdinand Foundation?
Rio Ferdinand Foundation has a program ratio of 80.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Rio Ferdinand Foundation registered as a charity?
Rio Ferdinand Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 2013 as charity number 1151127. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Rio Ferdinand Foundation?
Rio Ferdinand Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rio Ferdinand Foundation operate?
Rio Ferdinand Foundation operates across 3 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland and England.
Is Rio Ferdinand Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Rio Ferdinand Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151127.
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7 St Johns Road
Harrow
HA1 2EY
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