The Permira Foundation
The Charity is primarily funded from contributions from Partners of Permira, the Charity does not currently seek donations from the general public.The Charity's objectives are: Advance education of young people; Prevent and relieve poverty; Advance and preserve good health, and prevent and relieve sickness; Promote social inclusion by preventing people from becoming socially excluded
Activities & Mission
The Charity is primarily funded from contributions from Partners of Permira, the Charity does not currently seek donations from the general public.The Charity's objectives are: Advance education of young people; Prevent and relieve poverty; Advance and preserve good health, and prevent and relieve sickness; Promote social inclusion by preventing people from becoming socially excluded
Grants
The Permira Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,702,328
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and economic or community development and employment
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.
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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 | £4,581,152 | £4,958,322 | £4,958,322 | £295,508 | £295,508 | 4 / 49 |
| 2024 | £4,145,960 | £3,933,592 | £3,933,592 | £646,643 | £646,643 | 2 / 75 |
| 2023 | £4,337,299 | £4,821,500 | £4,218,298 | £469,970 | £469,970 | 2 / 5 |
| 2022 | £6,950,732 | £6,441,429 | £5,673,259 | £973,912 | £973,912 | 0 / 5 |
| 2021 | £3,339,326 | £2,847,264 | £0 | £440,646 | £0 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Permira Foundation
What does The Permira Foundation do?
The Charity is primarily funded from contributions from Partners of Permira, the Charity does not currently seek donations from the general public.The Charity's objectives are: Advance education of young people; Prevent and relieve poverty; Advance and preserve good health, and prevent and relieve sickness; Promote social inclusion by preventing people from becoming socially excluded
How much income did The Permira Foundation report in 2025?
The Permira Foundation reported total income of £4.58m and reported expenditure of £4.96m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Permira Foundation registered as a charity?
The Permira Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 October 2017 as charity number 1175061. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Permira Foundation?
The Permira Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Andrew Sanders MA MBA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Permira Foundation operate?
The Permira Foundation operates across 12 areas, including France, Germany, Guernsey and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Permira Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Permira Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175061.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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