The Fostering Network
Also known as: Fostering Network, National Foster Care Association, The Fostering Network Tfn
These are membership services, policy and practice, publishing and training, advice & mediation work, information services and consultancy and projects.
Activities & Mission
These are membership services, policy and practice, publishing and training, advice & mediation work, information services and consultancy and projects.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 32% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 58% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Charitable activities 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £9,359,081 | £7,968,070 | £7,868,611 | £5,128,247 | £277,351 | 100 / 0 |
| 2024 | £8,411,919 | £7,692,392 | £7,604,820 | £3,737,236 | £2,877,000 | 96 / 25 |
| 2023 | £6,878,008 | £7,129,090 | £7,027,790 | £3,153,709 | £2,792,000 | 86 / 25 |
| 2022 | £6,661,807 | £6,816,281 | £6,734,926 | £3,468,791 | £3,167,000 | 84 / 25 |
| 2021 | £6,429,919 | £6,477,750 | £6,385,067 | £3,429,515 | £1,488,661 | 86 / 24 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Fostering Network
What does The Fostering Network do?
These are membership services, policy and practice, publishing and training, advice & mediation work, information services and consultancy and projects.
How much income did The Fostering Network report in 2025?
The Fostering Network reported total income of £9.36m and reported expenditure of £7.97m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Fostering Network?
The Fostering Network has a program ratio of 84.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Fostering Network registered as a charity?
The Fostering Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 July 1980 as charity number 280852. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Fostering Network?
The Fostering Network is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Fostering Network operate?
The Fostering Network operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The Fostering Network a registered charity?
Yes — The Fostering Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280852.
Details
87 BLACKFRIARS ROAD
LONDON
SE1 8HA
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Fostering Network
- National Foster Care Association
- The Fostering Network Tfn
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated