West Ham United Foundation
Also known as: West Ham United Community Sports Trust, West Ham United in the Community
To promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilities for the playing of football and other sports capable of improving health.To provide facilities for sport of such persons who have need by reason of their age, infirmity or disablement, social and economic, in the interests of social welfare and with the object of improving their conditions of life.
Activities & Mission
To promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilities for the playing of football and other sports capable of improving health.To provide facilities for sport of such persons who have need by reason of their age, infirmity or disablement, social and economic, in the interests of social welfare and with the object of improving their conditions of life.
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 45% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Leisure 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 | £3,901,150 | £3,844,895 | £3,518,187 | £507,484 | £125,000 | 138 / 6 |
| 2024 | £3,206,262 | £3,364,252 | £2,972,644 | £451,229 | £451,229 | 119 / 6 |
| 2023 | £3,612,603 | £3,536,585 | £3,180,550 | £609,219 | £609,219 | 108 / 6 |
| 2022 | £3,613,200 | £3,343,986 | £3,104,490 | £583,537 | £583,537 | 147 / 35 |
| 2021 | £3,341,239 | £3,164,600 | £2,876,336 | £314,323 | £314,323 | 144 / 31 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about West Ham United Foundation
What does West Ham United Foundation do?
To promote community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilities for the playing of football and other sports capable of improving health.To provide facilities for sport of such persons who have need by reason of their age, infirmity or disablement, social and economic, in the interests of social welfare and with the object of improving their conditions of life.
How much income did West Ham United Foundation report in 2025?
West Ham United Foundation reported total income of £3.90m and reported expenditure of £3.84m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is West Ham United Foundation?
West Ham United Foundation has a program ratio of 90.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 45% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was West Ham United Foundation registered as a charity?
West Ham United Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 June 2006 as charity number 1114458. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs West Ham United Foundation?
West Ham United Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDY MOLLETT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Ham United Foundation operate?
West Ham United Foundation operates across 2 areas: Essex and London.
Is West Ham United Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — West Ham United Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114458.
Details
Off Woolwich Manor Way
London
E6 5NX
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Also Known As
- West Ham United Community Sports Trust
- West Ham United in the Community
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated