The Wimbledon Foundation
Grant making / charitable donations, primarily to charities in the London Boroughs of Merton & Wandsworth as well as to national, international and tennis related charities. The Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative which provides tennis coaching via visits to primary schools in Merton and Wandsworth and year round tennis coaching for children and young people.
Activities & Mission
Grant making / charitable donations, primarily to charities in the London Boroughs of Merton & Wandsworth as well as to national, international and tennis related charities. The Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative which provides tennis coaching via visits to primary schools in Merton and Wandsworth and year round tennis coaching for children and young people.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 81% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,596,000 | £4,762,000 | £4,762,000 | £1,495,000 | £1,495,000 | 13 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,305,000 | £4,539,000 | £4,539,000 | £1,587,000 | £1,587,000 | 13 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,167,000 | £3,903,000 | £3,903,000 | £1,759,000 | £1,759,000 | 19 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,142,907 | £3,219,224 | £3,219,224 | £1,477,000 | £1,450,000 | 15 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,510,000 | £2,674,000 | £2,674,000 | £1,806,000 | £1,140,000 | 4 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Wimbledon Foundation
What does The Wimbledon Foundation do?
Grant making / charitable donations, primarily to charities in the London Boroughs of Merton & Wandsworth as well as to national, international and tennis related charities. The Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative which provides tennis coaching via visits to primary schools in Merton and Wandsworth and year round tennis coaching for children and young people.
How much income did The Wimbledon Foundation report in 2025?
The Wimbledon Foundation reported total income of £4.60m and reported expenditure of £4.76m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Wimbledon Foundation?
The Wimbledon Foundation has a program ratio of 103.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 81% 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 Wimbledon Foundation registered as a charity?
The Wimbledon Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 2014 as charity number 1156996. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs The Wimbledon Foundation?
The Wimbledon Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is HENRY BRUCE WEATHERILL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wimbledon Foundation operate?
The Wimbledon Foundation operates across 2 areas: Merton and Wandsworth.
Is The Wimbledon Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Wimbledon Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156996.
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