The Cynara Foundation
The charity provides grants to individuals in need and/or charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty
Activities & Mission
The charity provides grants to individuals in need and/or charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty
Grants
The Cynara Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £153,475
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
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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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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £153,475 | £153,475 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £113,475 | £113,475 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £93,450 | £93,450 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £59,622 | £114,380 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £114,270 | £114,270 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cynara Foundation
What does The Cynara Foundation do?
The charity provides grants to individuals in need and/or charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty
How much income did The Cynara Foundation report in 2026?
The Cynara Foundation reported total income of £153k and reported expenditure of £153k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Cynara Foundation registered as a charity?
The Cynara Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2016 as charity number 1165220. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Cynara Foundation?
The Cynara Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is VERONICA ENG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cynara Foundation operate?
The Cynara Foundation operates across 20 areas, including Afghanistan, Burma, Burundi and 17 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Cynara Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Cynara Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165220.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated