The Adolescent And Children's Trust
Also known as: Tact
TACT IS A DIVERSIFIED CHILDREN'S CHARITY PREDOMINANTLY PROVIDING FOSTERING, ADOPTION AND PERMANENCY FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN PUBLIC CARE OR ON THE CUSP OF CARE. THE CHARITY ALSO CAMPAIGNS AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN.
Activities & Mission
TACT IS A DIVERSIFIED CHILDREN'S CHARITY PREDOMINANTLY PROVIDING FOSTERING, ADOPTION AND PERMANENCY FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN PUBLIC CARE OR ON THE CUSP OF CARE. THE CHARITY ALSO CAMPAIGNS AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF LOOKED AFTER 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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 70% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 93% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £27,757,000 | £27,189,000 | £27,189,000 | £9,764,000 | £9,679,000 | 228 / 3 |
| 2024 | £26,378,000 | £25,204,000 | £25,126,000 | £9,196,000 | £9,117,000 | 204 / 0 |
| 2023 | £26,322,000 | £24,371,000 | £24,271,000 | £8,022,000 | £7,937,000 | 199 / 0 |
| 2022 | £25,439,000 | £24,237,000 | £24,139,000 | £6,071,000 | £5,997,000 | 191 / 0 |
| 2021 | £25,597,000 | £23,910,000 | £23,819,000 | £4,869,000 | £4,869,000 | 184 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Adolescent And Children's Trust
What does The Adolescent And Children's Trust do?
TACT IS A DIVERSIFIED CHILDREN'S CHARITY PREDOMINANTLY PROVIDING FOSTERING, ADOPTION AND PERMANENCY FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN PUBLIC CARE OR ON THE CUSP OF CARE. THE CHARITY ALSO CAMPAIGNS AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF LOOKED AFTER CHILDREN.
How much income did The Adolescent And Children's Trust report in 2025?
The Adolescent And Children's Trust reported total income of £27.76m and reported expenditure of £27.19m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Adolescent And Children's Trust?
The Adolescent And Children's Trust has a program ratio of 98.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 70% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Adolescent And Children's Trust registered as a charity?
The Adolescent And Children's Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 1993 as charity number 1018963. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs The Adolescent And Children's Trust?
The Adolescent And Children's Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Bert O'Donoghue. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Adolescent And Children's Trust operate?
The Adolescent And Children's Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Adolescent And Children's Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Adolescent And Children's Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1018963.
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