The Happold Foundation
Also known as: The Happold Trust
The Happold Foundation is a charity dedicated to using engineering skills and experience to make a positive impact on people's lives. We work with students, educators, engineers and researchers to shape a community that wants to improve the performance of the built environment.
Activities & Mission
The Happold Foundation is a charity dedicated to using engineering skills and experience to make a positive impact on people's lives. We work with students, educators, engineers and researchers to shape a community that wants to improve the performance of the built environment.
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 Information
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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 | £368,512 | £264,125 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £360,600 | £226,252 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £300,318 | £207,848 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £241,006 | £170,902 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £182,014 | £197,367 | 0 / 13 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Happold Foundation
What does The Happold Foundation do?
The Happold Foundation is a charity dedicated to using engineering skills and experience to make a positive impact on people's lives. We work with students, educators, engineers and researchers to shape a community that wants to improve the performance of the built environment.
How much income did The Happold Foundation report in 2025?
The Happold Foundation reported total income of £369k and reported expenditure of £264k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Happold Foundation registered as a charity?
The Happold Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 November 1995 as charity number 1050814. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs The Happold Foundation?
The Happold Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Maddocks. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Happold Foundation operate?
The Happold Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Germany, India, Poland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Happold Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Happold Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1050814.
Details
The Featherstone Building
66 City Road
LONDON
EC1Y 2AL
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Also Known As
- The Happold Trust
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- 14 May 2026
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