Walkabout Foundation UK
Walkabout Foundation restores dignity, freedom and independence by providing wheelchairs in the developing world and funding research to find a cure for paralysis.
Activities & Mission
Walkabout Foundation restores dignity, freedom and independence by providing wheelchairs in the developing world and funding research to find a cure for paralysis.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £652,944 | £552,999 | £460,102 | £345,442 | £12,500 | 4 / 50 |
| 2023 | £524,697 | £682,356 | £593,042 | £245,497 | £125,000 | 4 / 50 |
| 2022 | £488,551 | £713,003 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £958,896 | £732,856 | £664,362 | £627,609 | £341,508 | 4 / 10 |
| 2020 | £476,683 | £400,085 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Walkabout Foundation UK
What does Walkabout Foundation UK do?
Walkabout Foundation restores dignity, freedom and independence by providing wheelchairs in the developing world and funding research to find a cure for paralysis.
How much income did Walkabout Foundation UK report in 2024?
Walkabout Foundation UK reported total income of £653k and reported expenditure of £553k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Walkabout Foundation UK?
Walkabout Foundation UK has a program ratio of 70.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Walkabout Foundation UK registered as a charity?
Walkabout Foundation UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 2011 as charity number 1140850. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Walkabout Foundation UK?
Walkabout Foundation UK is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CAROLINA GONZALEZ BUNSTER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Walkabout Foundation UK operate?
Walkabout Foundation UK operates across 7 areas, including Argentina, Haiti, India and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Walkabout Foundation UK a registered charity?
Yes — Walkabout Foundation UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140850.
Details
132-134 Lots Road
LONDON
UNIT 225
SW10 0RJ
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