Standard Chartered Foundation
The SCF is a charitable organisation that tackles inequality by promoting greater economic inclusion for disadvantaged young people, particularly young women and people with disabilities. Its programmes focus on employability and entrepreneurship, helping young entrepreneurs and jobseekers access the skills, networks, opportunities and support they need to achieve economic power and participation.
Activities & Mission
The SCF is a charitable organisation that tackles inequality by promoting greater economic inclusion for disadvantaged young people, particularly young women and people with disabilities. Its programmes focus on employability and entrepreneurship, helping young entrepreneurs and jobseekers access the skills, networks, opportunities and support they need to achieve economic power and participation.
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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 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,371,914 | £15,007,799 | £14,979,891 | £34,007,713 | £33,903,997 | 0 / 11 |
| 2023 | £46,951,791 | £5,232,157 | £5,212,245 | £44,643,597 | £44,579,355 | 0 / 9 |
| 2022 | £3,336,639 | £13,278,329 | £13,257,007 | £2,949,403 | £2,868,465 | 0 / 8 |
| 2021 | £1,053,497 | £9,939,426 | £9,907,362 | £11,736,357 | £6,623,461 | 0 / 8 |
| 2020 | £25,225,936 | £6,262,726 | £6,245,624 | £20,556,110 | £147,305 | 0 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about Standard Chartered Foundation
What does Standard Chartered Foundation do?
The SCF is a charitable organisation that tackles inequality by promoting greater economic inclusion for disadvantaged young people, particularly young women and people with disabilities. Its programmes focus on employability and entrepreneurship, helping young entrepreneurs and jobseekers access the skills, networks, opportunities and support they need to achieve economic power and participation.
How much income did Standard Chartered Foundation report in 2024?
Standard Chartered Foundation reported total income of £4.37m and reported expenditure of £15.01m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Standard Chartered Foundation?
Standard Chartered Foundation has a program ratio of 342.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Standard Chartered Foundation registered as a charity?
Standard Chartered Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 August 2019 as charity number 1184946. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Standard Chartered Foundation?
Standard Chartered Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tracey McDermott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Standard Chartered Foundation operate?
Standard Chartered Foundation operates across 59 areas, including Angola, Argentina, Australia and 56 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Standard Chartered Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Standard Chartered Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184946.
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1 Basinghall Avenue
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EC2V 5DD
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