The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK
Akshaya Patra UK's vision is a world where no child is deprived of education because of poverty and hunger. The charity supports the provision of nutritious daily meals to more than 2 million children in schools across India, as well as directly serving meals to disadvantaged children and their communities in the UK.
Activities & Mission
Akshaya Patra UK's vision is a world where no child is deprived of education because of poverty and hunger. The charity supports the provision of nutritious daily meals to more than 2 million children in schools across India, as well as directly serving meals to disadvantaged children and their communities in the UK.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £1,355,220 | £1,237,879 | £1,128,623 | £665,784 | £665,784 | 13 / 25 |
| 2024 | £1,232,703 | £1,465,248 | £1,325,601 | £548,443 | £327,365 | 16 / 25 |
| 2023 | £1,550,065 | £1,612,571 | £1,476,746 | £780,988 | £753,432 | 19 / 15 |
| 2022 | £1,745,012 | £1,967,071 | £1,967,071 | £843,494 | £843,494 | 12 / 1 |
| 2021 | £2,285,180 | £1,370,178 | £1,356,346 | £1,065,553 | £241,435 | 6 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK
What does The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK do?
Akshaya Patra UK's vision is a world where no child is deprived of education because of poverty and hunger. The charity supports the provision of nutritious daily meals to more than 2 million children in schools across India, as well as directly serving meals to disadvantaged children and their communities in the UK.
How much income did The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK report in 2025?
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK reported total income of £1.36m and reported expenditure of £1.24m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK?
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK has a program ratio of 83.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK registered as a charity?
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 January 2007 as charity number 1117756. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK?
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is WAYNE MCARDLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK operate?
The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK operates across 2 areas: India and London.
Is The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK a registered charity?
Yes — The Akshaya Patra Foundation UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117756.
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