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The Rugby Fives Association

Also known as: Rfa

Acting as the Governing body for the game of Rugby Fives. Organising open tournaments and matches for the public and for schools and ensuring all activities are for the public benefit.

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Activities & Mission

Acting as the Governing body for the game of Rugby Fives. Organising open tournaments and matches for the public and for schools and ensuring all activities are for the public benefit.

Grants

The Rugby Fives Association is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£45,730
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
amateur sport

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£47,487
Latest Expenditure
£45,730

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 96.3%
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
£47,487
£45,7300 / 2
2024
£36,713
£32,6550 / 0
2023
£45,793
£25,3170 / 25
2022
£67,902
£29,6910 / 0
2021
£32,712
£35,4420 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Rugby Fives Association

What does The Rugby Fives Association do?

Acting as the Governing body for the game of Rugby Fives. Organising open tournaments and matches for the public and for schools and ensuring all activities are for the public benefit.

How much income did The Rugby Fives Association report in 2025?

The Rugby Fives Association reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Rugby Fives Association registered as a charity?

The Rugby Fives Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 July 2010 as charity number 1136872. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs The Rugby Fives Association?

The Rugby Fives Association is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Rugby Fives Association operate?

The Rugby Fives Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Rugby Fives Association a registered charity?

Yes — The Rugby Fives Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136872.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
therfa.uk
Registration Date
14 July 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5001696
Charity Number
1136872

Trustees

ALEXANDER DAVID BENTLEY SMITH
Andrew David Passey
Charles Galt BROOKS
HAMISH BUCHANAN
Helena Grace Tunks
James Alexander David Tilston
Lewis Graham Keates
Louise Marion Mathias
Stuart James KIRBY
William James Lyons

Also Known As

  • Rfa

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