The Charles Hawkins Fund
Also known as: The Charles Hawkins Fund for Handicapped Children, Charles Hawkins Fund
The provision for and funding of practical help towards meeting the needs of children with disabilities and their families, with particular regard to funding in areas where NHS funding would not normally be available. The charity also supports research and training of professionals working on behalf of such families.
Activities & Mission
The provision for and funding of practical help towards meeting the needs of children with disabilities and their families, with particular regard to funding in areas where NHS funding would not normally be available. The charity also supports research and training of professionals working on behalf of such families.
Grants
The Charles Hawkins Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £10,791
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- disability
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £20,520 | £10,791 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £23,210 | £8,185 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £11,884 | £6,909 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £10,037 | £16,425 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Charles Hawkins Fund
What does The Charles Hawkins Fund do?
The provision for and funding of practical help towards meeting the needs of children with disabilities and their families, with particular regard to funding in areas where NHS funding would not normally be available. The charity also supports research and training of professionals working on behalf of such families.
How much income did The Charles Hawkins Fund report in 2025?
The Charles Hawkins Fund reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Charles Hawkins Fund registered as a charity?
The Charles Hawkins Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 1968 as charity number 256733. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs The Charles Hawkins Fund?
The Charles Hawkins Fund is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Stuart Spencer Hawkins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Charles Hawkins Fund operate?
The Charles Hawkins Fund operates in Southwark, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Charles Hawkins Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Charles Hawkins Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 256733.
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Registry Information
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Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Charles Hawkins Fund for Handicapped Children
- Charles Hawkins Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated