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The Bevan Foundation

The Bevan Foundation develops solutions to inequality and injustice, aiming to tackle the root causes of social and economic problems, especially in Wales. We use evidence to develop new policies and practice, and encourage debate by publishing our own and others? work and organising events.

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Activities & Mission

The Bevan Foundation develops solutions to inequality and injustice, aiming to tackle the root causes of social and economic problems, especially in Wales. We use evidence to develop new policies and practice, and encourage debate by publishing our own and others? work and organising events.

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

Latest Income
£620,451
Latest Expenditure
£466,236

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 59.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 79.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 23.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £584,863
Charitable Activities £25,071
Other Trading £0
Investments £9,717
Other Income £800

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £371,817
Raising Funds £94,419
Governance £14,816
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£620,451
£466,236£371,817£498,365£80,0009 / 1
2024
£434,400
£407,8250 / 2
2023
£424,604
£394,6200 / 2
2022
£350,134
£345,3500 / 3
2021
£524,280
£428,106£392,847£282,807£76,5427 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Bevan Foundation

What does The Bevan Foundation do?

The Bevan Foundation develops solutions to inequality and injustice, aiming to tackle the root causes of social and economic problems, especially in Wales. We use evidence to develop new policies and practice, and encourage debate by publishing our own and others? work and organising events.

How much income did The Bevan Foundation report in 2025?

The Bevan Foundation reported total income of £620k and reported expenditure of £466k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Bevan Foundation registered as a charity?

The Bevan Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 June 2004 as charity number 1104191. It has been registered for 22 years.

Who runs The Bevan Foundation?

The Bevan Foundation is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gavin Paul Billy Thompson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Bevan Foundation operate?

The Bevan Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Bevan Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Bevan Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1104191.

Details

Address
The Bevan Foundation
145 & 145a High Street
Merthyr Tydfil
CF47 8DP
Registration Date
8 June 2004
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3993716
Charity Number
1104191

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Trustees

Gavin Paul Billy Thompson Chair
Benjamin Gregory Saltmarsh
Dr Eleanor Rose Hallam
Dr Laura Olufemi Shobiye
Emma Caroline Howells
John Beresford Chown
Also governs 1 other charity
Lynne Hughes
Manon Sara Johnes
Rusna Begum
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Sabrina Rahim Dubash
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Tomos Rhys Owen

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30 July 2026
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