The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts

Also known as: Groundwork Foundation, Groundwork UK

Groundwork supports communities in need, working with partners to help improve the quality of peoples lives, their prospects and potential and the places where they live, work and play. Our vision is of a society of sustainable communities which are vibrant, healthy and safe, which respect the local and global environment and where individuals and enterprise prosper.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£48,741,167

Latest Expenditure

£45,733,295

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 93.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 99.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 0.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £68,212

Charitable Activities £48,260,291

Other Trading £150,945

Investments £261,719

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £45,571,345

Raising Funds £161,950

Governance £67,352

Grants to Institutions £40,613,335

Other Expenditure £0

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2022 — Riversiders Trust (organisation 4049226)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£48,741,167	£45,733,295	£45,571,345	£7,014,087	£3,096,608	57 / 18
2024	£21,306,994	£22,625,010	£22,335,964	£4,038,816	£2,863,150	54 / 18
2023	£22,764,119	£22,973,514	£22,757,628	£5,237,556	£2,710,512	51 / 14
2022	£21,673,554	£21,646,752	£21,461,169	£5,608,471	£2,707,456	51 / 15
2021	£24,356,156	£22,432,320	£22,297,975	£5,524,177	£2,413,887	43 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts

What does The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts do?

How much income did The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts report in 2025?

The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts reported total income of £48.74m and reported expenditure of £45.73m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts registered as a charity?

The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1985 as charity number 291558. It has been registered for 41 years.

Who runs The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts?

The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts is governed by a board of 17 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts operate?

The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts a registered charity?

Yes — The Federation Of Groundwork Trusts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 291558.