The Funding Network

The Funding Network (TFN), founded in 2002, is an affiliation of individuals who join together to fund social change projects.

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Activities & Mission

The Funding Network (TFN), founded in 2002, is an affiliation of individuals who join together to fund social change 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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£778,447

Latest Expenditure

£782,298

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 94.4%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 93.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 6.9%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £752,312

Charitable Activities £21,758

Other Trading £0

Investments £3,557

Other Income £820

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £734,609

Raising Funds £47,689

Governance £6,480

Grants to Institutions £516,231

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£778,447	£782,298	£734,609	£168,433	£102,015	4 / 0
2024	£749,875	£750,181	£718,608	£172,284	£116,568	4 / 0
2023	£888,261	£893,431	£842,706	£172,590	£154,737	5 / 0
2022	£810,963	£764,845	£734,597	£177,760	£119,298	4 / 10
2021	£823,644	£812,686	£806,541	£131,642	£98,649	4 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Funding Network

What does The Funding Network do?

The Funding Network (TFN), founded in 2002, is an affiliation of individuals who join together to fund social change projects.

How much income did The Funding Network report in 2025?

The Funding Network reported total income of £778k and reported expenditure of £782k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Funding Network registered as a charity?

The Funding Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 2001 as charity number 1088315. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs The Funding Network?

The Funding Network is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Funding Network operate?

The Funding Network operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Funding Network a registered charity?

Yes — The Funding Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088315.