The 3h Foundation
Also known as: 3h Fund (helping Hands for Holidays), Help the Handicapped Holiday Fund, 3 H Fund
Independent group holidays for adults and young people with disabilities.Holiday grants for low income families with a disabled member for a UK break. Grants also available for carer respite breaks.Carer support through relaxing spa days and pamper hampers.Support for young people with disabilities and young carers including home-based challenges, activity hampers and funded days out.
Activities & Mission
Independent group holidays for adults and young people with disabilities.Holiday grants for low income families with a disabled member for a UK break. Grants also available for carer respite breaks.Carer support through relaxing spa days and pamper hampers.Support for young people with disabilities and young carers including home-based challenges, activity hampers and funded days out.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
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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 | £297,559 | £240,011 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £176,495 | £256,850 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2023 | £236,181 | £236,311 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £202,063 | £209,858 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £229,518 | £178,833 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The 3h Foundation
What does The 3h Foundation do?
Independent group holidays for adults and young people with disabilities.Holiday grants for low income families with a disabled member for a UK break. Grants also available for carer respite breaks.Carer support through relaxing spa days and pamper hampers.Support for young people with disabilities and young carers including home-based challenges, activity hampers and funded days out.
How much income did The 3h Foundation report in 2025?
The 3h Foundation reported total income of £298k and reported expenditure of £240k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The 3h Foundation registered as a charity?
The 3h Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 1983 as charity number 286306. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs The 3h Foundation?
The 3h Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Nicholas Pate. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The 3h Foundation operate?
The 3h Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The 3h Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The 3h Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 286306.
Details
Langton Road
Speldhurst
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN3 0AQ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- 3h Fund (helping Hands for Holidays)
- Help the Handicapped Holiday Fund
- 3 H Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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