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The Ugly Duckling Charity

Also known as: The Ugly Duckling Company

UDC is a Christian organisation that creates resources that can be used by people of all ages to explore life in all its fullness. We equip people in numerous contexts to have life changing conversations and explore the foundations of living life well; supporting them to look after their well-being (body, mind and soul) and to find purpose and meaning in life.

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Activities & Mission

UDC is a Christian organisation that creates resources that can be used by people of all ages to explore life in all its fullness. We equip people in numerous contexts to have life changing conversations and explore the foundations of living life well; supporting them to look after their well-being (body, mind and soul) and to find purpose and meaning in life.

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
£65,605
Latest Expenditure
£55,757

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.0%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£65,605
£55,7570 / 1
2024
£39,788
£77,4700 / 1
2023
£130,111
£95,9050 / 0
2022
£85,468
£108,4350 / 0
2021
£74,373
£101,2150 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Ugly Duckling Charity

What does The Ugly Duckling Charity do?

UDC is a Christian organisation that creates resources that can be used by people of all ages to explore life in all its fullness. We equip people in numerous contexts to have life changing conversations and explore the foundations of living life well; supporting them to look after their well-being (body, mind and soul) and to find purpose and meaning in life.

How much income did The Ugly Duckling Charity report in 2025?

The Ugly Duckling Charity reported total income of £66k and reported expenditure of £56k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Ugly Duckling Charity registered as a charity?

The Ugly Duckling Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 May 2017 as charity number 1173156. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs The Ugly Duckling Charity?

The Ugly Duckling Charity is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev DAVID MARC OWEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Ugly Duckling Charity operate?

The Ugly Duckling Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Ugly Duckling Charity a registered charity?

Yes — The Ugly Duckling Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173156.

Details

Address
The Ugly Duckling Charity
124 City Road
LONDON
EC1V 2NX
Registration Date
24 May 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5099396
Charity Number
1173156

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Also Known As

  • The Ugly Duckling Company

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