The Progress Foundation
We help charities reconnecting young people to society, through education, job-finding help or other activities, primarily in London. Our maximum grant is 25,000 per annum, for up to 3 years. We do not replace statutory funding or make grants to organisations promoting a particular religious belief unless the work is not for religious purposes and clearly fits our funding guidelines.
Activities & Mission
We help charities reconnecting young people to society, through education, job-finding help or other activities, primarily in London. Our maximum grant is 25,000 per annum, for up to 3 years. We do not replace statutory funding or make grants to organisations promoting a particular religious belief unless the work is not for religious purposes and clearly fits our funding guidelines.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £43,582 | £386,565 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £132,922 | £303,451 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £70,864 | £230,705 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £76,190 | £237,116 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £132,272 | £279,060 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Progress Foundation
What does The Progress Foundation do?
We help charities reconnecting young people to society, through education, job-finding help or other activities, primarily in London. Our maximum grant is 25,000 per annum, for up to 3 years. We do not replace statutory funding or make grants to organisations promoting a particular religious belief unless the work is not for religious purposes and clearly fits our funding guidelines.
How much income did The Progress Foundation report in 2025?
The Progress Foundation reported total income of £44k and reported expenditure of £387k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Progress Foundation registered as a charity?
The Progress Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 2008 as charity number 1123219. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Progress Foundation?
The Progress Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROGER GRANVILLE PILGRIM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Progress Foundation operate?
The Progress Foundation operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Progress Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Progress Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123219.
Details
25 Bury Street
London
SW1Y 6AL
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Beneficiary group charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated