The Penchant Foundation
The Penchant Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation that makes grants to charities selected by its Trustees. Charities may make applications to the Foundation but should understand that the Trustees give the majority of their grants to charities that they have already identified.
Activities & Mission
The Penchant Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation that makes grants to charities selected by its Trustees. Charities may make applications to the Foundation but should understand that the Trustees give the majority of their grants to charities that they have already identified.
Grants
The Penchant Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £290,718
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- 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
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £135,454 | £290,718 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £80,749 | £213,832 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £59,415 | £232,700 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £242,358 | £270,168 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £28,699 | £297,550 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Penchant Foundation
What does The Penchant Foundation do?
The Penchant Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation that makes grants to charities selected by its Trustees. Charities may make applications to the Foundation but should understand that the Trustees give the majority of their grants to charities that they have already identified.
How much income did The Penchant Foundation report in 2025?
The Penchant Foundation reported total income of £135k and reported expenditure of £291k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Penchant Foundation registered as a charity?
The Penchant Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 March 2020 as charity number 1188402. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs The Penchant Foundation?
The Penchant Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Charles Chadwyck-Healey Bt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Penchant Foundation operate?
The Penchant Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Penchant Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Penchant Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188402.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 13 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated