The Tanlaw Foundation
The charity applies its income in particular, but not limited, to the provision of grants to support registered charities for people with learning difficulties or other special needs.
Activities & Mission
The charity applies its income in particular, but not limited, to the provision of grants to support registered charities for people with learning difficulties or other special needs.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 75% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% 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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £307,913 | £272,465 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,249,377 | £1,283,084 | £1,261,344 | £4,069,729 | £223,766 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £249,023 | £458,152 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £50,698 | £460,456 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £587,044 | £637,063 | £617,118 | £4,677,299 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Tanlaw Foundation
What does The Tanlaw Foundation do?
The charity applies its income in particular, but not limited, to the provision of grants to support registered charities for people with learning difficulties or other special needs.
How much income did The Tanlaw Foundation report in 2024?
The Tanlaw Foundation reported total income of £308k and reported expenditure of £272k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Tanlaw Foundation?
The Tanlaw Foundation has a program ratio of 101.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 75% 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 Tanlaw Foundation registered as a charity?
The Tanlaw Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 October 2002 as charity number 1094181. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Tanlaw Foundation?
The Tanlaw Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is LORD TANLAW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Tanlaw Foundation operate?
The Tanlaw Foundation operates across 3 areas: Scotland, Singapore and England And Wales.
Is The Tanlaw Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Tanlaw Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1094181.
Details
PO Box 1965
Liverpool
L69 3HU
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