The Westminster Foundation
The charity is a grant making foundation that seeks to provide opportunities for young people (0 to 25) and their families, living in Westminster, Chester and rural areas, to raise their aspirations and improve their prospects throughout life. Further details are provided on our website.
Activities & Mission
The charity is a grant making foundation that seeks to provide opportunities for young people (0 to 25) and their families, living in Westminster, Chester and rural areas, to raise their aspirations and improve their prospects throughout life. Further details are provided on our website.
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 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,899,594 | £8,279,646 | £8,275,122 | £159,248,966 | £150,765,916 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,073,496 | £6,972,825 | £6,970,824 | £151,545,598 | £143,142,250 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,209,145 | £7,494,793 | £7,422,116 | £140,575,999 | £132,603,687 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,391,402 | £5,693,912 | £5,693,912 | £149,073,230 | £140,566,879 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £13,420,934 | £13,485,207 | £13,485,207 | £121,802,887 | £121,802,887 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Westminster Foundation
What does The Westminster Foundation do?
The charity is a grant making foundation that seeks to provide opportunities for young people (0 to 25) and their families, living in Westminster, Chester and rural areas, to raise their aspirations and improve their prospects throughout life. Further details are provided on our website.
How much income did The Westminster Foundation report in 2024?
The Westminster Foundation reported total income of £3.90m and reported expenditure of £8.28m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Westminster Foundation?
The Westminster Foundation has a program ratio of 212.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Westminster Foundation registered as a charity?
The Westminster Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 1975 as charity number 267618. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs The Westminster Foundation?
The Westminster Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE DUKE OF WESTMINSTER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Westminster Foundation operate?
The Westminster Foundation operates across 4 areas: Scotland, Cheshire West & Chester, City Of Westminster and Lancashire.
Is The Westminster Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Westminster Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 267618.
Details
70 GROSVENOR STREET
LONDON
W1K 3JP
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