The Costa Foundation
Prevention or relief of poverty;Advancement of education, including the establishment & operation of schools & other educational establishments;Advancement of health or the saving of lives; andAdvancement of environmental protection or environmental improvement,in all cases anywhere in the world, in particular (without limitation) within coffee growing communities and surrounding areas.
Activities & Mission
Prevention or relief of poverty;Advancement of education, including the establishment & operation of schools & other educational establishments;Advancement of health or the saving of lives; andAdvancement of environmental protection or environmental improvement,in all cases anywhere in the world, in particular (without limitation) within coffee growing communities and surrounding areas.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 25% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Education 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,912,360 | £1,808,395 | £1,620,578 | £1,484,277 | £1,476,726 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,589,574 | £1,668,672 | £1,664,836 | £1,094,488 | £1,094,488 | 1 / 5 |
| 2022 | £1,287,715 | £1,166,923 | £1,163,162 | £1,173,586 | £1,173,586 | 0 / 5 |
| 2021 | £1,967,922 | £1,802,610 | £1,798,461 | £1,052,794 | £1,051,309 | 0 / 5 |
| 2020 | £1,415,862 | £1,714,221 | £1,698,333 | £887,482 | £887,482 | 0 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Costa Foundation
What does The Costa Foundation do?
Prevention or relief of poverty;Advancement of education, including the establishment & operation of schools & other educational establishments;Advancement of health or the saving of lives; andAdvancement of environmental protection or environmental improvement,in all cases anywhere in the world, in particular (without limitation) within coffee growing communities and surrounding areas.
How much income did The Costa Foundation report in 2024?
The Costa Foundation reported total income of £1.91m and reported expenditure of £1.81m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Costa Foundation?
The Costa Foundation has a program ratio of 84.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Costa Foundation registered as a charity?
The Costa Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 2012 as charity number 1147400. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Costa Foundation?
The Costa Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT GEOFFREY JAMES SWYER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Costa Foundation operate?
The Costa Foundation operates across 10 areas, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ethiopia and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Costa Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Costa Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147400.
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