Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited
Also known as: Chelsea Pensioners 2000 Limited, Royal Hospital Chelsea 2000 Limited, Chelsea Pensioners' Appeal
The aims of the Charity are to engage in activities for the exclusive benefit of the Royal Hospital Chelsea (RHC) which has provided a fitting home for retired army veterans since 1692. Its main activities are to raise funds for capital investment projects of the RHC and to cover costs not met by the Grant in Aid funding which the RHC receives from the Ministry of Defence.
Activities & Mission
The aims of the Charity are to engage in activities for the exclusive benefit of the Royal Hospital Chelsea (RHC) which has provided a fitting home for retired army veterans since 1692. Its main activities are to raise funds for capital investment projects of the RHC and to cover costs not met by the Grant in Aid funding which the RHC receives from the Ministry of Defence.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 82% of UK Armed forces charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 62). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Armed forces charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 55% of UK Armed forces 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 | £9,105,440 | £13,042,464 | £10,721,409 | £2,274,531 | £703,870 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £7,727,508 | £6,452,466 | £4,368,072 | £6,211,555 | £371,352 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,912,861 | £8,848,698 | £6,788,281 | £4,936,513 | £821,168 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,469,395 | £2,784,382 | £1,096,751 | £6,872,350 | £2,276,501 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,449,624 | £4,431,266 | £3,090,064 | £5,187,337 | £1,058,670 | 7 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited
What does Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited do?
The aims of the Charity are to engage in activities for the exclusive benefit of the Royal Hospital Chelsea (RHC) which has provided a fitting home for retired army veterans since 1692. Its main activities are to raise funds for capital investment projects of the RHC and to cover costs not met by the Grant in Aid funding which the RHC receives from the Ministry of Defence.
How much income did Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited report in 2025?
Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited reported total income of £9.11m and reported expenditure of £13.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited?
Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited has a program ratio of 117.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Armed forces charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 62 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited registered as a charity?
Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 1999 as charity number 1076414. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited?
Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited operate?
Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited operates in Kensington And Chelsea, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Hospital Chelsea Appeal Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1076414.
Details
ROYAL HOSPITAL ROAD
LONDON
SW3 4SR
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Chelsea Pensioners 2000 Limited
- Royal Hospital Chelsea 2000 Limited
- Chelsea Pensioners' Appeal
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated