The One Foundation
The One Foundation exists to positively change lives in developing countries through a simple vision that includes: a world in which everyone has access to clean, safe water, forever. Our mission is to support sustainable WASH services to change lives in some of the world's poorest communities.
Activities & Mission
The One Foundation exists to positively change lives in developing countries through a simple vision that includes: a world in which everyone has access to clean, safe water, forever. Our mission is to support sustainable WASH services to change lives in some of the world's poorest communities.
Grants
The One Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,711,270
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid or famine relief
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
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,358,841 | £3,013,871 | £2,941,231 | £2,584,643 | £2,584,643 | 2 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,043,473 | £2,460,658 | £2,394,228 | £2,274,706 | £2,274,706 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,373,142 | £2,587,620 | £2,564,814 | £1,747,507 | £1,747,507 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,507,537 | £2,308,664 | £2,281,638 | £2,030,528 | £2,030,528 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,973,388 | £1,494,296 | £1,463,767 | £1,756,458 | £1,756,458 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The One Foundation
What does The One Foundation do?
The One Foundation exists to positively change lives in developing countries through a simple vision that includes: a world in which everyone has access to clean, safe water, forever. Our mission is to support sustainable WASH services to change lives in some of the world's poorest communities.
How much income did The One Foundation report in 2025?
The One Foundation reported total income of £3.36m and reported expenditure of £3.01m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The One Foundation registered as a charity?
The One Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 2007 as charity number 1118810. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The One Foundation?
The One Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Edward Gordon Ridgwick. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The One Foundation operate?
The One Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Ghana, Kenya, Malawi and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The One Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The One Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1118810.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated