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The Washing Machine Project Foundation

We fund activities to provide relief of financial need or suffering amongst victims of war or natural or other kinds of disaster, trouble or catastrophe. We focus on funding a range of organisations to undertake research, development and deployment of practical solutions to everyday problems.

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Activities & Mission

We fund activities to provide relief of financial need or suffering amongst victims of war or natural or other kinds of disaster, trouble or catastrophe. We focus on funding a range of organisations to undertake research, development and deployment of practical solutions to everyday problems.

Grants

The Washing Machine Project Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£325,386
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid or famine relief

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£152,663
Latest Expenditure
£325,386

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 213.1%
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
£152,663
£325,3860 / 0
2024
£239,982
£61,4660 / 0
2023
£294,914
£350,2190 / 0
2022
£185,494
£92,2680 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Washing Machine Project Foundation

What does The Washing Machine Project Foundation do?

We fund activities to provide relief of financial need or suffering amongst victims of war or natural or other kinds of disaster, trouble or catastrophe. We focus on funding a range of organisations to undertake research, development and deployment of practical solutions to everyday problems.

How much income did The Washing Machine Project Foundation report in 2025?

The Washing Machine Project Foundation reported total income of £153k and reported expenditure of £325k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Washing Machine Project Foundation registered as a charity?

The Washing Machine Project Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 2021 as charity number 1193480. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Washing Machine Project Foundation?

The Washing Machine Project Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Washing Machine Project Foundation operate?

The Washing Machine Project Foundation operates across 6 areas, including India, Ivory Coast, Kenya and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Washing Machine Project Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Washing Machine Project Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1193480.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
10 February 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5173099
Charity Number
1193480

Trustees

Dr Oliver Edward Walton
Also governs 1 other charity
Jon Nicholls
Nicola Louise Bramwell Hibon Jackson
Shabana Ghori
Siobhan McGrath

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