The Access Foundation
To support organisations who have as a key objective the mitigation of the digital divide, by making computing facilities, support and/or learning available to disadvantaged and vulnerable people.To support charities who have been chosen or shortlisted as the Access Group charities of the year.To support charities who have a strong emotional connection with a member of staff of the Access
Activities & Mission
To support organisations who have as a key objective the mitigation of the digital divide, by making computing facilities, support and/or learning available to disadvantaged and vulnerable people.To support charities who have been chosen or shortlisted as the Access Group charities of the year.To support charities who have a strong emotional connection with a member of staff of the Access
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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 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 49% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 52% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £560,949 | £2,673,095 | £2,643,257 | £13,867,397 | £0 | 2 / 0 |
| 2024 | £389,391 | £2,557,045 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £18,466,026 | £1,191,539 | £1,191,539 | £18,147,197 | £14,812,161 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,515,241 | £642,531 | £642,531 | £872,710 | £872,710 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Access Foundation
What does The Access Foundation do?
To support organisations who have as a key objective the mitigation of the digital divide, by making computing facilities, support and/or learning available to disadvantaged and vulnerable people.To support charities who have been chosen or shortlisted as the Access Group charities of the year.To support charities who have a strong emotional connection with a member of staff of the Access
How much income did The Access Foundation report in 2025?
The Access Foundation reported total income of £561k and reported expenditure of £2.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Access Foundation?
The Access Foundation has a program ratio of 471.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Access Foundation registered as a charity?
The Access Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 April 2021 as charity number 1194267. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Access Foundation?
The Access Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT NEIL PARKINSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Access Foundation operate?
The Access Foundation operates across 7 areas, including Australia, Ireland, Malaysia and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Access Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Access Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194267.
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10 Oakwood Drive
Loughborough
LE11 3QF
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