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The Classic Young Sailors Foundation

To provide sailing opportunities for young people, particularly those who would not normally get an opportunity to sail . We do this by providing bursaries for placements on registered sail training vessels and the placement of people on chartered yachts to allow participation in Classic Regattas. We raise funds from surpluses from running those regattas and general fund raising activities.

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Activities & Mission

To provide sailing opportunities for young people, particularly those who would not normally get an opportunity to sail . We do this by providing bursaries for placements on registered sail training vessels and the placement of people on chartered yachts to allow participation in Classic Regattas. We raise funds from surpluses from running those regattas and general fund raising activities.

Grants

The Classic Young Sailors Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£473
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training and amateur sport

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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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
£10,300
Latest Expenditure
£473

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 4.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£10,300
£4730 / 0
2024
£2,534
£8370 / 0
2023
£2,327
£5200 / 0
2022
£11,161
£11,0130 / 0
2021
£8,559
£7,2930 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Classic Young Sailors Foundation

What does The Classic Young Sailors Foundation do?

To provide sailing opportunities for young people, particularly those who would not normally get an opportunity to sail . We do this by providing bursaries for placements on registered sail training vessels and the placement of people on chartered yachts to allow participation in Classic Regattas. We raise funds from surpluses from running those regattas and general fund raising activities.

How much income did The Classic Young Sailors Foundation report in 2025?

The Classic Young Sailors Foundation reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £473.00 for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Classic Young Sailors Foundation registered as a charity?

The Classic Young Sailors Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 February 2018 as charity number 1177006. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Classic Young Sailors Foundation?

The Classic Young Sailors Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is GARY JOHN WALKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Classic Young Sailors Foundation operate?

The Classic Young Sailors Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Classic Young Sailors Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Classic Young Sailors Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177006.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
cysf.org.uk
Registration Date
5 February 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5110104
Charity Number
1177006

Trustees

GARY JOHN WALKER Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Angela Parry
Also governs 1 other charity
BEN MORRIS
BRUCE THOROGOOD
PETER GEORGE COSTALAS
Rosemary Tomison
STEVE LACEY

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