The Albert Kennedy Trust
Also known as: Akt
We are the national LGBTQ youth homelessness charity; focused on prevention and early action we provide emergency accommodation and routes to safe homes, practical advice and mentoring, training, advocacy and support to young people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or living in a hostile environment after coming out to their parents, care givers and peers.
Activities & Mission
We are the national LGBTQ youth homelessness charity; focused on prevention and early action we provide emergency accommodation and routes to safe homes, practical advice and mentoring, training, advocacy and support to young people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or living in a hostile environment after coming out to their parents, care givers and peers.
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
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% 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 | £2,487,921 | £2,721,113 | £2,129,111 | £1,441,311 | £1,148,495 | 51 / 96 |
| 2024 | £2,374,592 | £2,892,789 | £2,402,023 | £1,674,503 | £1,080,460 | 56 / 141 |
| 2023 | £2,441,664 | £2,684,552 | £2,329,632 | £2,192,700 | £1,591,095 | 50 / 150 |
| 2022 | £2,745,175 | £2,184,377 | £1,819,046 | £2,435,588 | £1,641,637 | 39 / 120 |
| 2021 | £1,908,872 | £1,663,105 | £1,345,418 | £1,746,407 | £1,015,916 | 32 / 55 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Albert Kennedy Trust
What does The Albert Kennedy Trust do?
We are the national LGBTQ youth homelessness charity; focused on prevention and early action we provide emergency accommodation and routes to safe homes, practical advice and mentoring, training, advocacy and support to young people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or living in a hostile environment after coming out to their parents, care givers and peers.
How much income did The Albert Kennedy Trust report in 2025?
The Albert Kennedy Trust reported total income of £2.49m and reported expenditure of £2.72m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Albert Kennedy Trust?
The Albert Kennedy Trust has a program ratio of 85.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% 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 Albert Kennedy Trust registered as a charity?
The Albert Kennedy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 2002 as charity number 1093815. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Albert Kennedy Trust?
The Albert Kennedy Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Malcomson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Albert Kennedy Trust operate?
The Albert Kennedy Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Albert Kennedy Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Albert Kennedy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1093815.
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N1 6SH
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- 14 May 2026
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