The Said Foundation
The Said Foundation's mission is to bring positive and lasting change to the lives of children, young people and the wider community through carefully selected investments in themes and geographies with which the Said family and The Said Foundation have developed strong links and expertise.
Activities & Mission
The Said Foundation's mission is to bring positive and lasting change to the lives of children, young people and the wider community through carefully selected investments in themes and geographies with which the Said family and The Said Foundation have developed strong links and expertise.
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.
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Financial Information
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2012 — Syria Heritage Foundation (organisation 5011766)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,035,000 | £12,465,000 | £9,889,000 | £18,897,000 | £18,897,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,895,000 | £19,356,000 | £17,632,000 | £25,259,000 | £25,259,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £8,881,000 | £8,480,000 | £6,943,000 | £43,149,000 | £43,149,000 | 5 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,353,000 | £5,372,000 | £3,543,000 | £56,056,000 | £56,056,000 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,857,000 | £4,816,000 | £3,754,000 | £53,178,000 | £53,178,000 | 7 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Said Foundation
What does The Said Foundation do?
The Said Foundation's mission is to bring positive and lasting change to the lives of children, young people and the wider community through carefully selected investments in themes and geographies with which the Said family and The Said Foundation have developed strong links and expertise.
How much income did The Said Foundation report in 2025?
The Said Foundation reported total income of £5.04m and reported expenditure of £12.46m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Said Foundation registered as a charity?
The Said Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 August 2008 as charity number 1125521. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Said Foundation?
The Said Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Said Foundation operate?
The Said Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Said Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Said Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125521.
Details
52 Grosvenor Gardens
London
London
SW1W 0AU
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- 30 July 2026
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