The Powell Family Foundation
Making grants to individuals and charitable organisations to advance the life prospects, independence and education of blind and vision impaired children, young people and adults aged 25 and under who are resident in the United Kingdom.
Activities & Mission
Making grants to individuals and charitable organisations to advance the life prospects, independence and education of blind and vision impaired children, young people and adults aged 25 and under who are resident in the United Kingdom.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — The Powell Family Trust (organisation 5013609)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,894,766 | £1,515,755 | £1,072,864 | £51,469,737 | £3,972,992 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,793,700 | £1,477,330 | £824,594 | £50,397,114 | £3,593,981 | 2 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,970,079 | £528,536 | £156,445 | £49,992,655 | £3,917,252 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £20,172,073 | £95,702 | £35,158 | £20,080,704 | £20,080,704 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £6,250 | £1,917 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Powell Family Foundation
What does The Powell Family Foundation do?
Making grants to individuals and charitable organisations to advance the life prospects, independence and education of blind and vision impaired children, young people and adults aged 25 and under who are resident in the United Kingdom.
How much income did The Powell Family Foundation report in 2024?
The Powell Family Foundation reported total income of £1.89m and reported expenditure of £1.52m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Powell Family Foundation?
The Powell Family Foundation has a program ratio of 56.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Powell Family Foundation registered as a charity?
The Powell Family Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 2020 as charity number 1190017. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs The Powell Family Foundation?
The Powell Family Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Peter Mittell Curtis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Powell Family Foundation operate?
The Powell Family Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Powell Family Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Powell Family Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190017.
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231-232 Strand
LONDON
WC2R 1DA
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