The Regatta Foundation
Enabling disadvantaged young children from the Manchester area to enjoy 'the great outdoors'
Activities & Mission
Enabling disadvantaged young children from the Manchester area to enjoy 'the great outdoors'
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
Higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 71% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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.
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 | £521,814 | £502,179 | £502,179 | £809,278 | £809,278 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £41,454 | £385,383 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £1,000,057 | £553,722 | £553,722 | £1,436,618 | £1,436,618 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,356,011 | £369,411 | £369,411 | £990,283 | £990,283 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Regatta Foundation
What does The Regatta Foundation do?
Enabling disadvantaged young children from the Manchester area to enjoy 'the great outdoors'
How much income did The Regatta Foundation report in 2025?
The Regatta Foundation reported total income of £522k and reported expenditure of £502k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Regatta Foundation?
The Regatta Foundation has a program ratio of 96.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Regatta Foundation registered as a charity?
The Regatta Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 February 2006 as charity number 1112912. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Regatta Foundation?
The Regatta Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR KEITH BLACK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Regatta Foundation operate?
The Regatta Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Regatta Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Regatta Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1112912.
Details
MERCURY WAY
DUMPLINGTON
MANCHESTER
GREATER MANCHESTER
M41 7RR
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Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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