The Albion Foundation
Also known as: West Bromwich Albion Community Programme
To further assist in the education (inc. social and physical training) of children attending schools within West Bromwich and the surrounding area through the use of the game of football (inc. its history and rules) and other sports activities as educational tools and in furtherance to provide West Bromwich and the surrounding areas with facilities at WBA FC for meetings, lectures and classes.
Activities & Mission
To further assist in the education (inc. social and physical training) of children attending schools within West Bromwich and the surrounding area through the use of the game of football (inc. its history and rules) and other sports activities as educational tools and in furtherance to provide West Bromwich and the surrounding areas with facilities at WBA FC for meetings, lectures and classes.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% 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 | £2,964,738 | £2,966,453 | £2,966,453 | £767,107 | £267,107 | 100 / 28 |
| 2024 | £2,762,014 | £2,830,906 | £2,830,906 | £768,822 | £268,822 | 102 / 55 |
| 2023 | £2,702,892 | £2,782,270 | £2,782,270 | £837,714 | £337,714 | 110 / 88 |
| 2022 | £2,744,105 | £2,691,848 | £2,691,848 | £917,092 | £417,092 | 105 / 136 |
| 2021 | £2,558,102 | £2,573,152 | £2,571,738 | £864,835 | £364,835 | 99 / 42 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Albion Foundation
What does The Albion Foundation do?
To further assist in the education (inc. social and physical training) of children attending schools within West Bromwich and the surrounding area through the use of the game of football (inc. its history and rules) and other sports activities as educational tools and in furtherance to provide West Bromwich and the surrounding areas with facilities at WBA FC for meetings, lectures and classes.
How much income did The Albion Foundation report in 2025?
The Albion Foundation reported total income of £2.96m and reported expenditure of £2.97m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Albion Foundation?
The Albion Foundation has a program ratio of 100.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% 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 Albion Foundation registered as a charity?
The Albion Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 August 2000 as charity number 1081948. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Albion Foundation?
The Albion Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Verrier. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Albion Foundation operate?
The Albion Foundation operates across 4 areas: Birmingham City, Dudley, Sandwell and Worcestershire.
Is The Albion Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Albion Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081948.
Details
Ray Hall Lane
Birmingham
B43 6JF
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Also Known As
- West Bromwich Albion Community Programme
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated