The Arsenal Foundation
Also known as: The Arsenal Foundation Limited
To relieve sickness or distress of any persons including, in particular among those who may be injured while participating in any sportTo promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilitiesTo advance the education of children and other personsTo relieve poverty, hardship and economic deprivation within the community
Activities & Mission
To relieve sickness or distress of any persons including, in particular among those who may be injured while participating in any sportTo promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilitiesTo advance the education of children and other personsTo relieve poverty, hardship and economic deprivation within the community
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 88% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 931). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. (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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2013 — The Arsenal Foundation (organisation 1008024)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £624,565 | £713,014 | £663,286 | £1,523,479 | £566,804 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £498,431 | £727,473 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,270,886 | £780,030 | £740,305 | £1,840,970 | £860,369 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,119,835 | £807,153 | £774,654 | £1,350,114 | £434,296 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £266,859 | £330,110 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Arsenal Foundation
What does The Arsenal Foundation do?
To relieve sickness or distress of any persons including, in particular among those who may be injured while participating in any sportTo promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilitiesTo advance the education of children and other personsTo relieve poverty, hardship and economic deprivation within the community
How much income did The Arsenal Foundation report in 2025?
The Arsenal Foundation reported total income of £625k and reported expenditure of £713k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Arsenal Foundation?
The Arsenal Foundation has a program ratio of 106.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 931 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Arsenal Foundation registered as a charity?
The Arsenal Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2012 as charity number 1145668. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Arsenal Foundation?
The Arsenal Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arsenal Foundation operate?
The Arsenal Foundation operates across 4 areas: Camden, Hackney, Haringey and Islington.
Is The Arsenal Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Arsenal Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145668.
Details
75 DRAYTON PARK
LONDON
N5 1BU
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Also Known As
- The Arsenal Foundation Limited
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated