The Benjamin Foundation
Our aim is to provide high quality services and opportunities that significantly improve the lives of vulnerable children and young people. We provide advice, support, counselling, information, supported accommodation, positive activities, parenting support, out of school and youth projects and re-use schemes.
Activities & Mission
Our aim is to provide high quality services and opportunities that significantly improve the lives of vulnerable children and young people. We provide advice, support, counselling, information, supported accommodation, positive activities, parenting support, out of school and youth projects and re-use schemes.
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 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% 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 | £8,719,592 | £8,565,593 | £7,047,817 | £1,561,624 | £1,561,624 | 234 / 36 |
| 2024 | £8,682,482 | £9,234,476 | £7,831,322 | £1,407,625 | £209,981 | 239 / 5 |
| 2023 | £7,970,788 | £8,139,437 | £6,790,363 | £1,959,619 | £815,995 | 237 / 5 |
| 2022 | £7,378,419 | £7,352,360 | £6,189,996 | £2,128,268 | £1,076,770 | 237 / 5 |
| 2021 | £6,572,640 | £6,274,586 | £5,459,539 | £2,102,209 | £909,321 | 237 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Benjamin Foundation
What does The Benjamin Foundation do?
Our aim is to provide high quality services and opportunities that significantly improve the lives of vulnerable children and young people. We provide advice, support, counselling, information, supported accommodation, positive activities, parenting support, out of school and youth projects and re-use schemes.
How much income did The Benjamin Foundation report in 2025?
The Benjamin Foundation reported total income of £8.72m and reported expenditure of £8.57m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Benjamin Foundation?
The Benjamin Foundation has a program ratio of 80.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% 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 Benjamin Foundation registered as a charity?
The Benjamin Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 July 2008 as charity number 1124936. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Benjamin Foundation?
The Benjamin Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Benjamin Foundation operate?
The Benjamin Foundation operates across 3 areas: Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk.
Is The Benjamin Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Benjamin Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124936.
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