The Pennies Foundation
Also known as: Pennies
PROMOTING THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR BY ENCOURAGING AND FACILITATING CHARITABLE GIVING THROUGH THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY (IN PARTICULAR USING PENNIES THE DIGITAL CHARITY BOX (PENNIES) DESIGNED TO MAKE IT EASIER TO GIVE TO CHARITY, AND MONITORING THE USE OF THE FUNDS BY CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS.
Activities & Mission
PROMOTING THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR BY ENCOURAGING AND FACILITATING CHARITABLE GIVING THROUGH THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY (IN PARTICULAR USING PENNIES THE DIGITAL CHARITY BOX (PENNIES) DESIGNED TO MAKE IT EASIER TO GIVE TO CHARITY, AND MONITORING THE USE OF THE FUNDS BY CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS.
Grants
The Pennies Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £14,199,649
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and other 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
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 | £16,423,042 | £16,260,337 | £16,260,337 | £1,664,231 | £1,664,231 | 22 / 1 |
| 2024 | £11,450,284 | £11,352,038 | £11,352,038 | £1,496,202 | £1,496,202 | 20 / 2 |
| 2023 | £9,386,831 | £9,376,632 | £9,376,632 | £1,397,956 | £1,397,956 | 18 / 2 |
| 2022 | £7,434,508 | £7,558,111 | £7,558,111 | £1,387,757 | £1,387,757 | 17 / 2 |
| 2021 | £6,474,839 | £6,536,787 | £6,536,787 | £1,511,360 | £1,511,360 | 15 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Pennies Foundation
What does The Pennies Foundation do?
PROMOTING THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR BY ENCOURAGING AND FACILITATING CHARITABLE GIVING THROUGH THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY (IN PARTICULAR USING PENNIES THE DIGITAL CHARITY BOX (PENNIES) DESIGNED TO MAKE IT EASIER TO GIVE TO CHARITY, AND MONITORING THE USE OF THE FUNDS BY CHARITABLE ORGANISATIONS.
How much income did The Pennies Foundation report in 2025?
The Pennies Foundation reported total income of £16.42m and reported expenditure of £16.26m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Pennies Foundation registered as a charity?
The Pennies Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 2008 as charity number 1122489. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Pennies Foundation?
The Pennies Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT LEITAO. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Pennies Foundation operate?
The Pennies Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Ireland, Jersey, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Pennies Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Pennies Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122489.
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Also Known As
- Pennies
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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