The Abstract Foundation
N.B. We are not currently accepting unsolicited requests for funding. The Abstract Foundation makes grants to organisations and individuals, with a particular focus on projects which support young people and help them to improve their opportunities and quality of life.
Activities & Mission
N.B. We are not currently accepting unsolicited requests for funding. The Abstract Foundation makes grants to organisations and individuals, with a particular focus on projects which support young people and help them to improve their opportunities and quality of life.
Grants
The Abstract Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2023)
- £1,000,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and disability
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £164,236 | £213,911 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £329,870 | £520,371 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,329,527 | £1,020,580 | £1,017,189 | £308,947 | £21,447 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Abstract Foundation
What does The Abstract Foundation do?
N.B. We are not currently accepting unsolicited requests for funding. The Abstract Foundation makes grants to organisations and individuals, with a particular focus on projects which support young people and help them to improve their opportunities and quality of life.
How much income did The Abstract Foundation report in 2025?
The Abstract Foundation reported total income of £164k and reported expenditure of £214k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Abstract Foundation registered as a charity?
The Abstract Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 October 2021 as charity number 1196234. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Abstract Foundation?
The Abstract Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Lewis Glatman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Abstract Foundation operate?
The Abstract Foundation operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Abstract Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Abstract Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196234.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated