The Citizenship Foundation
Also known as: Citizenship Foundation, Young Citizens
The Citizenship Foundation is an independent education and participation charity that encourages and enables individuals to engage in democratic society. We want a fair, inclusive and cohesive society. We want a democracy in which people have the knowledge, skills and confidence to take part in and drive change as effective citizens, both as individuals and communities.
Activities & Mission
The Citizenship Foundation is an independent education and participation charity that encourages and enables individuals to engage in democratic society. We want a fair, inclusive and cohesive society. We want a democracy in which people have the knowledge, skills and confidence to take part in and drive change as effective citizens, both as individuals and communities.
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 65% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 205). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Society 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £715,172 | £747,664 | £694,920 | £328,359 | £287,387 | 13 / 1500 |
| 2024 | £865,909 | £1,023,633 | £959,696 | £360,851 | £275,892 | 23 / 950 |
| 2023 | £825,317 | £936,968 | £899,052 | £518,575 | £457,373 | 20 / 1200 |
| 2022 | £817,953 | £878,239 | £852,820 | £630,226 | £562,988 | 19 / 800 |
| 2021 | £845,409 | £808,754 | £783,383 | £690,512 | £602,574 | 15 / 600 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Citizenship Foundation
What does The Citizenship Foundation do?
The Citizenship Foundation is an independent education and participation charity that encourages and enables individuals to engage in democratic society. We want a fair, inclusive and cohesive society. We want a democracy in which people have the knowledge, skills and confidence to take part in and drive change as effective citizens, both as individuals and communities.
How much income did The Citizenship Foundation report in 2025?
The Citizenship Foundation reported total income of £715k and reported expenditure of £748k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Citizenship Foundation?
The Citizenship Foundation has a program ratio of 97.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Society charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 205 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Citizenship Foundation registered as a charity?
The Citizenship Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 April 1989 as charity number 801360. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Citizenship Foundation?
The Citizenship Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rebecca Kate Earnshaw. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Citizenship Foundation operate?
The Citizenship Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Citizenship Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Citizenship Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801360.
Details
1 Paternoster Lane
St. Paul's
LONDON
EC4M 7BQ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Citizenship Foundation
- Young Citizens
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated