The Football Foundation
Notable UK charityAlso known as: The Football Trust Charitable Trust
The Charity's current and on-going activities are:to put in place a new generation of modern facilities in parks, local leagues and schools;to provide capital/revenue support to increase participation in grass roots football, andto strenghten the links between football and the community and to harness its potential as a force for good in society.
Activities & Mission
The Charity's current and on-going activities are:to put in place a new generation of modern facilities in parks, local leagues and schools;to provide capital/revenue support to increase participation in grass roots football, andto strenghten the links between football and the community and to harness its potential as a force for good in society.
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 94% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% of UK Education charities with income over £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 | £150,067,000 | £159,343,000 | £159,343,000 | £27,271,000 | £22,447,000 | 111 / 0 |
| 2024 | £135,505,532 | £119,446,432 | £119,446,432 | £36,547,642 | £32,712,000 | 95 / 0 |
| 2023 | £106,323,000 | £90,678,000 | £90,387,000 | £20,488,000 | £17,400,000 | 84 / 0 |
| 2022 | £79,140,218 | £102,530,515 | £102,524,445 | £4,844,948 | £663,480 | 63 / 0 |
| 2021 | £42,955,000 | £73,859,000 | £73,594,000 | £28,235,000 | £27,094,000 | 73 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Football Foundation
What does The Football Foundation do?
The Charity's current and on-going activities are:to put in place a new generation of modern facilities in parks, local leagues and schools;to provide capital/revenue support to increase participation in grass roots football, andto strenghten the links between football and the community and to harness its potential as a force for good in society.
How much income did The Football Foundation report in 2025?
The Football Foundation reported total income of £150.07m and reported expenditure of £159.34m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Football Foundation?
The Football Foundation has a program ratio of 106.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Football Foundation registered as a charity?
The Football Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 2000 as charity number 1079309. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Football Foundation?
The Football Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARTIN GLENN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Football Foundation operate?
The Football Foundation operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Football Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Football Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079309.
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London
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Also Known As
- The Football Trust Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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