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The Raft

We provide and facilitate preventative and targeted support for children and their families, resident in Leicester or Leicestershire, who are in need because of adverse childhood experiences.

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Activities & Mission

We provide and facilitate preventative and targeted support for children and their families, resident in Leicester or Leicestershire, who are in need because of adverse childhood experiences.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£16,109
Latest Expenditure
£10,761

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 66.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 66.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£16,109
£10,7610 / 2
2024
£8,978
£3,8870 / 5
2023
£0
£00 / 0
2022
£0
£00 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Raft

What does The Raft do?

We provide and facilitate preventative and targeted support for children and their families, resident in Leicester or Leicestershire, who are in need because of adverse childhood experiences.

How much income did The Raft report in 2025?

The Raft reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Raft registered as a charity?

The Raft was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 2021 as charity number 1194852. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Raft?

The Raft is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Deborah Hill. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Raft operate?

The Raft operates across 2 areas: Leicester City and Leicestershire.

Is The Raft a registered charity?

Yes — The Raft is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194852.

Details

Address
The Raft c/o Hope Community Church
56 BULL HEAD STREET
WIGSTON
Leicester
LE18 1PA
Registration Date
18 June 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5170391
Charity Number
1194852

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Trustees

Deborah Hill Chair
Carys Radford
CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER
Also governs 1 other charity
Paul Cromwell

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