The Patch Foundation CIO
The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation, and the promotion of art and the advancement of education in the arts, and other charitable purposes, in the UK, both directly and through grant funding.
Activities & Mission
The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation, and the promotion of art and the advancement of education in the arts, and other charitable purposes, in the UK, both directly and through grant funding.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £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 | £4,329,876 | £1,177,526 | £14,448 | £7,228,190 | £6,652,526 | 39 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,738,755 | £1,093,423 | £14,050 | £4,075,840 | £1,012,958 | 34 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,562,053 | £1,131,545 | £13,984 | £2,430,508 | £103,536 | 35 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Patch Foundation CIO
What does The Patch Foundation CIO do?
The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation, and the promotion of art and the advancement of education in the arts, and other charitable purposes, in the UK, both directly and through grant funding.
How much income did The Patch Foundation CIO report in 2024?
The Patch Foundation CIO reported total income of £4.33m and reported expenditure of £1.18m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Patch Foundation CIO?
The Patch Foundation CIO has a program ratio of 0.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Patch Foundation CIO registered as a charity?
The Patch Foundation CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 2021 as charity number 1196435. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Patch Foundation CIO?
The Patch Foundation CIO is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Angus Ball. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Patch Foundation CIO operate?
The Patch Foundation CIO operates in Portsmouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Patch Foundation CIO a registered charity?
Yes — The Patch Foundation CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196435.
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