The Grocers' Charity
The Grocers' Charity is the charitable arm of the Grocers' Company, a City of London Livery Company. The Charity is a grant-awarding body to UK registered charities working in designated areas of need that encompasses education, the Church, the relief of poverty, support for the arts, heritage, young people, medicine, environment and those with disabilities.
Activities & Mission
The Grocers' Charity is the charitable arm of the Grocers' Company, a City of London Livery Company. The Charity is a grant-awarding body to UK registered charities working in designated areas of need that encompasses education, the Church, the relief of poverty, support for the arts, heritage, young people, medicine, environment and those with disabilities.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 851). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £868,165 | £1,797,086 | £1,654,513 | £38,609,903 | £904,271 | 1 / 75 |
| 2024 | £1,127,160 | £1,404,835 | £1,260,369 | £37,705,632 | £3,230,942 | 1 / 72 |
| 2023 | £1,349,295 | £1,366,583 | £1,236,182 | £34,474,690 | £147,831 | 1 / 60 |
| 2022 | £1,005,398 | £1,243,121 | £1,113,824 | £34,326,859 | £480,343 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,801,497 | £966,763 | £957,445 | £37,147,557 | £688,492 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Grocers' Charity
What does The Grocers' Charity do?
The Grocers' Charity is the charitable arm of the Grocers' Company, a City of London Livery Company. The Charity is a grant-awarding body to UK registered charities working in designated areas of need that encompasses education, the Church, the relief of poverty, support for the arts, heritage, young people, medicine, environment and those with disabilities.
How much income did The Grocers' Charity report in 2025?
The Grocers' Charity reported total income of £868k and reported expenditure of £1.80m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Grocers' Charity?
The Grocers' Charity has a program ratio of 190.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 851 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Grocers' Charity registered as a charity?
The Grocers' Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 July 1968 as charity number 255230. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs The Grocers' Charity?
The Grocers' Charity is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Grocers' Charity operate?
The Grocers' Charity operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Grocers' Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Grocers' Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 255230.
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PRINCES STREET
LONDON
EC2R 8AD
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