Southend United Community Foundation
Also known as: Southend United Community & Educational Trust
For the benefit of the public generally and in particular South Essex and its surrounding area:1 - to promote community participation in healthy recreation through sport; 2 - to provide / help provide facilities for sport and other leisure time occupations for people who need them due to youth, age, infirmity or disablement, poverty or social circumstances; 3 - to advance the education of children
Activities & Mission
For the benefit of the public generally and in particular South Essex and its surrounding area:1 - to promote community participation in healthy recreation through sport; 2 - to provide / help provide facilities for sport and other leisure time occupations for people who need them due to youth, age, infirmity or disablement, poverty or social circumstances; 3 - to advance the education of children
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
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 | £1,244,667 | £1,232,237 | £1,225,230 | £40,554 | £40,554 | 30 / 40 |
| 2024 | £953,479 | £961,380 | £961,380 | £85,445 | £85,445 | 26 / 40 |
| 2023 | £991,508 | £1,006,729 | £1,006,729 | £93,346 | £93,346 | 30 / 40 |
| 2022 | £998,176 | £1,014,352 | £1,014,352 | £108,567 | £89,070 | 34 / 50 |
| 2021 | £994,263 | £951,581 | £0 | £124,743 | £82,061 | 33 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Southend United Community Foundation
What does Southend United Community Foundation do?
For the benefit of the public generally and in particular South Essex and its surrounding area:1 - to promote community participation in healthy recreation through sport; 2 - to provide / help provide facilities for sport and other leisure time occupations for people who need them due to youth, age, infirmity or disablement, poverty or social circumstances; 3 - to advance the education of children
How much income did Southend United Community Foundation report in 2025?
Southend United Community Foundation reported total income of £1.24m and reported expenditure of £1.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Southend United Community Foundation registered as a charity?
Southend United Community Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2004 as charity number 1105515. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Southend United Community Foundation?
Southend United Community Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gary James Lockett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southend United Community Foundation operate?
Southend United Community Foundation operates across 2 areas: Essex and Southend-on-sea.
Is Southend United Community Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Southend United Community Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1105515.
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- 30 July 2026
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