The Bestway Foundation
Providing scholarships/grants to University students of South Asian origin both in the UK and overseas.The relief of sickness and the preservation of health both in the UK and in South Asia by way of grants to hospitals, medical research establishments, by building, new hospitals, or in such other manner as the Trustees shall in their absolute discretion decide.
Activities & Mission
Providing scholarships/grants to University students of South Asian origin both in the UK and overseas.The relief of sickness and the preservation of health both in the UK and in South Asia by way of grants to hospitals, medical research establishments, by building, new hospitals, or in such other manner as the Trustees shall in their absolute discretion decide.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £358,167 | £480,409 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £525,414 | £1,109,961 | £1,109,961 | £3,862,821 | £3,862,821 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £701,778 | £438,488 | £438,301 | £4,447,368 | £4,015,157 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £21,837 | £1,281,244 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £49,053 | £353,935 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bestway Foundation
What does The Bestway Foundation do?
Providing scholarships/grants to University students of South Asian origin both in the UK and overseas.The relief of sickness and the preservation of health both in the UK and in South Asia by way of grants to hospitals, medical research establishments, by building, new hospitals, or in such other manner as the Trustees shall in their absolute discretion decide.
How much income did The Bestway Foundation report in 2025?
The Bestway Foundation reported total income of £358k and reported expenditure of £480k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bestway Foundation?
The Bestway Foundation has a program ratio of 211.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bestway Foundation registered as a charity?
The Bestway Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 July 1987 as charity number 297178. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Bestway Foundation?
The Bestway Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR ANWAR PERVEZ. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bestway Foundation operate?
The Bestway Foundation operates across 6 areas, including Bangladesh, India, Northern Ireland and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Bestway Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Bestway Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 297178.
Details
2 ABBEY ROAD
LONDON
NW10 7BW
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