The Jecda Foundation
The charity continued to develop its innovative concept of mentoring teenagers using retired people, called "Grandmentors". Jecda selected Volunteering Matters to carry out this project, which was formally launched in June 2010, and has been extended into 2019.
Activities & Mission
The charity continued to develop its innovative concept of mentoring teenagers using retired people, called "Grandmentors". Jecda selected Volunteering Matters to carry out this project, which was formally launched in June 2010, and has been extended into 2019.
Grants
The Jecda Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £113,091
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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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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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £103,383 | £113,091 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £85,960 | £95,854 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £68,576 | £83,875 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £87,798 | £327,744 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £118,300 | £91,354 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Jecda Foundation
What does The Jecda Foundation do?
The charity continued to develop its innovative concept of mentoring teenagers using retired people, called "Grandmentors". Jecda selected Volunteering Matters to carry out this project, which was formally launched in June 2010, and has been extended into 2019.
How much income did The Jecda Foundation report in 2025?
The Jecda Foundation reported total income of £103k and reported expenditure of £113k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Jecda Foundation registered as a charity?
The Jecda Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 February 2007 as charity number 1117914. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Jecda Foundation?
The Jecda Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is LORD DAVID ANTHONY FREUD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Jecda Foundation operate?
The Jecda Foundation operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is The Jecda Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Jecda Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117914.
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Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated