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The Resolution Foundation

The Resolution Foundation is an independent research and policy organisation. Our public benefit goal is to improve outcomes for people on low and modest incomes. We do this by undertaking original research and economic analysis to understand the challenges they face. We then develop practical and effective policy proposals and engage with policy makers and key stakeholders to bring about change.

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Activities & Mission

The Resolution Foundation is an independent research and policy organisation. Our public benefit goal is to improve outcomes for people on low and modest incomes. We do this by undertaking original research and economic analysis to understand the challenges they face. We then develop practical and effective policy proposals and engage with policy makers and key stakeholders to bring about change.

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
£4,199,034
Latest Expenditure
£3,479,451

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 82.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,066,455
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £45,106
Other Income £87,473

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £3,479,451
Raising Funds £0
Governance £21,240
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£4,199,034
£3,479,451£3,479,451£2,841,868£2,841,86835 / 0
2024
£4,046,920
£3,738,286£3,738,286£2,122,285£2,038,87930 / 0
2023
£3,659,969
£3,414,407£3,414,407£1,813,651£1,813,65131 / 0
2022
£3,285,540
£3,010,643£3,010,643£1,568,089£1,406,85726 / 0
2021
£2,736,069
£2,765,246£2,765,246£1,293,192£1,155,89030 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Resolution Foundation

What does The Resolution Foundation do?

The Resolution Foundation is an independent research and policy organisation. Our public benefit goal is to improve outcomes for people on low and modest incomes. We do this by undertaking original research and economic analysis to understand the challenges they face. We then develop practical and effective policy proposals and engage with policy makers and key stakeholders to bring about change.

How much income did The Resolution Foundation report in 2025?

The Resolution Foundation reported total income of £4.20m and reported expenditure of £3.48m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Resolution Foundation registered as a charity?

The Resolution Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 2006 as charity number 1114839. It has been registered for 20 years.

Who runs The Resolution Foundation?

The Resolution Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CLIVE ADAM COWDERY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Resolution Foundation operate?

The Resolution Foundation operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Resolution Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Resolution Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114839.

Details

Address
2 Queen Annes Gate
London
SW1H 9AA
Registration Date
24 June 2006
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4019621
Charity Number
1114839

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Trustees

CLIVE ADAM COWDERY Chair
CHRISTINA JEAN ALEXANDROU
Danuta Gray
Kate Josephs
LORD ADAIR TURNER
PAT BUTLER
Siobhan Moynihan

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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