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.
Grants
The Tanlaw Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2023)
- £1,165,500
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, overseas aid or famine relief and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 |
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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.
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.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated