The Apax Foundation
Also known as: Apax Foundation
The Apax Foundation has continued to focus the majority of its giving on organisations which work in the areas of social enterprise, relief of financial hardship and the advancement of education.
Activities & Mission
The Apax Foundation has continued to focus the majority of its giving on organisations which work in the areas of social enterprise, relief of financial hardship and the advancement of education.
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 98% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 55% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £1,883,556 | £3,580,945 | £3,062,124 | £73,314,714 | £73,207,863 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,076,209 | £4,044,544 | £3,172,263 | £75,038,117 | £74,617,988 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,918,526 | £3,019,555 | £3,002,313 | £71,991,443 | £45,989,129 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,926,836 | £3,359,517 | £2,158,737 | £78,999,456 | £78,999,456 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £4,080,114 | £5,974,615 | £5,954,827 | £65,079,203 | £65,079,203 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Apax Foundation
What does The Apax Foundation do?
The Apax Foundation has continued to focus the majority of its giving on organisations which work in the areas of social enterprise, relief of financial hardship and the advancement of education.
How much income did The Apax Foundation report in 2025?
The Apax Foundation reported total income of £1.88m and reported expenditure of £3.58m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Apax Foundation?
The Apax Foundation has a program ratio of 162.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Apax Foundation registered as a charity?
The Apax Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 January 2006 as charity number 1112845. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Apax Foundation?
The Apax Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR RONALD MOURAD COHEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Apax Foundation operate?
The Apax Foundation operates across 11 areas, including China, Denmark, Germany and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Apax Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Apax Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1112845.
Details
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated