Transport Benevolent Fund (cio)
Also known as: Tbf ( Cio)
TO RELIEVE NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS AMONG THOSE ENGAGED IN THE PUBLIC TRANSPORT INDUSTRY WITHIN GREAT BRITAIN (OR WHO HAVE BEEN SO ENGAGED), ALONG WITH THEIR DEPENDANTS.TBF IS A MEMBERSHIP CHARITY AND MOST BENEFITS ARE RESTRICTED TO THOSE WHO CONTRIBUTE TO IT. THE MAIN EXCEPTION IS THAT THOSE NOMINATED BY TRANSPORT FOR LONDON MAY BE HELPED FROM A SEPARATE TFL STAFF WELFARE FUND.
Activities & Mission
TO RELIEVE NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS AMONG THOSE ENGAGED IN THE PUBLIC TRANSPORT INDUSTRY WITHIN GREAT BRITAIN (OR WHO HAVE BEEN SO ENGAGED), ALONG WITH THEIR DEPENDANTS.TBF IS A MEMBERSHIP CHARITY AND MOST BENEFITS ARE RESTRICTED TO THOSE WHO CONTRIBUTE TO IT. THE MAIN EXCEPTION IS THAT THOSE NOMINATED BY TRANSPORT FOR LONDON MAY BE HELPED FROM A SEPARATE TFL STAFF WELFARE FUND.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,176,000 | £5,085,000 | £3,863,000 | £7,924,000 | £5,633,000 | 25 / 216 |
| 2024 | £4,962,000 | £4,766,000 | £3,613,000 | £7,808,000 | £5,619,000 | 26 / 258 |
| 2023 | £4,797,000 | £4,320,000 | £3,368,000 | £7,251,000 | £5,244,000 | 23 / 242 |
| 2022 | £5,124,000 | £4,331,000 | £3,416,000 | £7,111,000 | £5,034,000 | 24 / 282 |
| 2021 | £4,575,000 | £3,635,000 | £2,780,000 | £6,239,000 | £4,957,000 | 23 / 352 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Transport Benevolent Fund (cio)
What does Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) do?
TO RELIEVE NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS AMONG THOSE ENGAGED IN THE PUBLIC TRANSPORT INDUSTRY WITHIN GREAT BRITAIN (OR WHO HAVE BEEN SO ENGAGED), ALONG WITH THEIR DEPENDANTS.TBF IS A MEMBERSHIP CHARITY AND MOST BENEFITS ARE RESTRICTED TO THOSE WHO CONTRIBUTE TO IT. THE MAIN EXCEPTION IS THAT THOSE NOMINATED BY TRANSPORT FOR LONDON MAY BE HELPED FROM A SEPARATE TFL STAFF WELFARE FUND.
How much income did Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) report in 2025?
Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) reported total income of £5.18m and reported expenditure of £5.08m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Transport Benevolent Fund (cio)?
Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) has a program ratio of 74.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) registered as a charity?
Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 2015 as charity number 1160901. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Transport Benevolent Fund (cio)?
Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT HOWARD JONES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) operate?
Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) a registered charity?
Yes — Transport Benevolent Fund (cio) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160901.
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2.7 The Loom
14 Gowers Walk
London
E1 8PY
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- 14 May 2026
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