The Community Foundation In Wales
Also known as: The Community Foundation in Wales. Trading Name -Community Foundation Wales, Community Foundation Wales
We are dedicated to promoting philanthropy and strengthening local communities by awarding grants to high-impact grassroots projects across Wales. We provide a grant-making and fund management service for a range of donor Fund holders: people and organisations who recognise the value of our philanthropy services in stewarding their charitable giving and maximizing its impact and legacy.
Activities & Mission
We are dedicated to promoting philanthropy and strengthening local communities by awarding grants to high-impact grassroots projects across Wales. We provide a grant-making and fund management service for a range of donor Fund holders: people and organisations who recognise the value of our philanthropy services in stewarding their charitable giving and maximizing its impact and legacy.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 58% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £3,138,065 | £3,239,089 | £3,029,094 | £23,430,872 | £611,413 | 12 / 41 |
| 2024 | £3,907,757 | £4,487,531 | £4,226,086 | £23,549,685 | £596,430 | 11 / 44 |
| 2023 | £4,165,974 | £2,653,208 | £2,398,194 | £21,785,042 | £335,621 | 11 / 48 |
| 2022 | £2,375,530 | £2,280,979 | £2,037,365 | £23,275,635 | £406,864 | 9 / 40 |
| 2021 | £6,738,821 | £6,346,165 | £6,133,389 | £21,335,488 | £412,728 | 9 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Community Foundation In Wales
What does The Community Foundation In Wales do?
We are dedicated to promoting philanthropy and strengthening local communities by awarding grants to high-impact grassroots projects across Wales. We provide a grant-making and fund management service for a range of donor Fund holders: people and organisations who recognise the value of our philanthropy services in stewarding their charitable giving and maximizing its impact and legacy.
How much income did The Community Foundation In Wales report in 2025?
The Community Foundation In Wales reported total income of £3.14m and reported expenditure of £3.24m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Community Foundation In Wales?
The Community Foundation In Wales has a program ratio of 96.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 58% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Community Foundation In Wales registered as a charity?
The Community Foundation In Wales was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1999 as charity number 1074655. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Community Foundation In Wales?
The Community Foundation In Wales is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Community Foundation In Wales operate?
The Community Foundation In Wales operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Community Foundation In Wales a registered charity?
Yes — The Community Foundation In Wales is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1074655.
Details
Hastings House
Fitzalan Place
Cardiff / Caerdydd
CF24 0BL
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Also Known As
- The Community Foundation in Wales
- The Community Foundation in Wales. Trading Name -Community Foundation Wales
- Community Foundation Wales
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated