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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.

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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.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,043,473
Latest Expenditure
£2,460,658

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 78.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 97.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 4.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £2,999,897
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £40,000
Investments £3,576
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,394,228
Raising Funds £66,430
Governance £37,209
Grants to Institutions £2,168,716
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£3,043,473
£2,460,658£2,394,228£2,274,706£2,274,7062 / 0
2023
£2,373,142
£2,587,620£2,564,814£1,747,507£1,747,5071 / 0
2022
£2,507,537
£2,308,664£2,281,638£2,030,528£2,030,5281 / 0
2021
£1,973,388
£1,494,296£1,463,767£1,756,458£1,756,4581 / 0
2020
£2,037,708
£1,976,418£1,799,723£1,443,130£1,443,1302 / 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 2024?

The One Foundation reported total income of £3.04m and reported expenditure of £2.46m for the financial year ending 2024, 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.

Details

Address
The One Foundation
Steel House
13-17 Princes Road
Richmond
TW10 6DQ
Registration Date
13 April 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4028300
Charity Number
1118810

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Trustees

James Edward Gordon Ridgwick Chair
Duncan Hugh Goose
KARINA MORAWSKA
Nyika Brain

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