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.
Grants
The Football Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2026)
- £105,990,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, amateur sport and economic or community development and employment
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £128,173,000 | £115,327,000 | £115,327,000 | £40,117,000 | £36,143,000 | 111 / 0 |
| 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 |
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 2026?
The Football Foundation reported total income of £128.17m and reported expenditure of £115.33m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
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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Also Known As
- The Football Trust Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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