The Leadsom Foundation
Also known as: The Leadsom Foundation Limited, The 1001 Critical Days Foundation
We believe every baby should experience the best start in life. We will help make this happen by providing grant funding for charities delivering support services in family hubs and other similar settings, commissioning research into the best support during the perinatal period, and promoting the importance of the 1001 critical days around the world.
Activities & Mission
We believe every baby should experience the best start in life. We will help make this happen by providing grant funding for charities delivering support services in family hubs and other similar settings, commissioning research into the best support during the perinatal period, and promoting the importance of the 1001 critical days around the world.
Grants
The Leadsom Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £268,984
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £2,715,640 | £559,830 | £553,580 | £2,155,810 | £95,000 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Leadsom Foundation
What does The Leadsom Foundation do?
We believe every baby should experience the best start in life. We will help make this happen by providing grant funding for charities delivering support services in family hubs and other similar settings, commissioning research into the best support during the perinatal period, and promoting the importance of the 1001 critical days around the world.
How much income did The Leadsom Foundation report in 2025?
The Leadsom Foundation reported total income of £2.72m and reported expenditure of £560k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Leadsom Foundation registered as a charity?
The Leadsom Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 2025 as charity number 1212594. It has been registered for 1 year.
Who runs The Leadsom Foundation?
The Leadsom Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Right Honourable Dame Andrea Jacqueline Leadsom DBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Leadsom Foundation operate?
The Leadsom Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Leadsom Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Leadsom Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1212594.
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Also governs 4 other charities
Also Known As
- The Leadsom Foundation Limited
- The 1001 Critical Days Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated