The King's Fund
The King's Fund is an independent charity working to improve health and health care in England. We help to shape policy and practice through research and analysis; develop individuals, teams and organisations; promote understanding of the health and social care system; and bring people together to learn, share knowledge and debate. Our vision is that the best possible care is available to all.
Activities & Mission
The King's Fund is an independent charity working to improve health and health care in England. We help to shape policy and practice through research and analysis; develop individuals, teams and organisations; promote understanding of the health and social care system; and bring people together to learn, share knowledge and debate. Our vision is that the best possible care is available to all.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 91% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample: 222). How is this calculated?
Higher than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £13,762,000 | £19,933,000 | £14,838,000 | £225,385,000 | £225,385,000 | 150 / 0 |
| 2023 | £14,567,000 | £19,470,000 | £14,698,000 | £217,273,000 | £217,273,000 | 152 / 0 |
| 2022 | £13,300,000 | £17,806,000 | £13,510,000 | £212,533,000 | £212,533,000 | 145 / 0 |
| 2021 | £11,379,000 | £15,743,000 | £13,004,000 | £229,526,000 | £229,526 | 141 / 0 |
| 2020 | £8,287,000 | £14,263,000 | £12,463,000 | £206,575,000 | £206,575,000 | 143 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The King's Fund
What does The King's Fund do?
The King's Fund is an independent charity working to improve health and health care in England. We help to shape policy and practice through research and analysis; develop individuals, teams and organisations; promote understanding of the health and social care system; and bring people together to learn, share knowledge and debate. Our vision is that the best possible care is available to all.
How much income did The King's Fund report in 2024?
The King's Fund reported total income of £13.76m and reported expenditure of £19.93m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The King's Fund?
The King's Fund has a program ratio of 107.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample of 222 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The King's Fund registered as a charity?
The King's Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 November 2008 as charity number 1126980. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The King's Fund?
The King's Fund is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rt Hon Professor Lord Ajay Kumar Kakkar. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The King's Fund operate?
The King's Fund operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The King's Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The King's Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126980.
Details
11-13 Cavendish Square
London
W1G 0AN
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