Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust
To further and assist in the education of children and adults within Wigan and surrounding areas through the use of the game of football and other ancillary sporting activities as educational tools. To provide or assist in the provision of sporting and recreational facilities for the public of Wigan and surrounding areas.
Activities & Mission
To further and assist in the education of children and adults within Wigan and surrounding areas through the use of the game of football and other ancillary sporting activities as educational tools. To provide or assist in the provision of sporting and recreational facilities for the public of Wigan and surrounding areas.
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 53% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% 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 | £1,777,082 | £1,658,068 | £1,658,068 | £378,571 | £378,571 | 58 / 12 |
| 2024 | £1,648,087 | £1,666,078 | £1,666,078 | £259,557 | £101,396 | 59 / 8 |
| 2023 | £1,602,120 | £1,726,106 | £1,726,106 | £277,548 | £277,458 | 69 / 5 |
| 2022 | £1,677,127 | £1,665,825 | £1,665,825 | £401,534 | £390,652 | 72 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,364,917 | £1,262,897 | £1,262,897 | £390,232 | £368,335 | 63 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust
What does Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust do?
To further and assist in the education of children and adults within Wigan and surrounding areas through the use of the game of football and other ancillary sporting activities as educational tools. To provide or assist in the provision of sporting and recreational facilities for the public of Wigan and surrounding areas.
How much income did Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust report in 2025?
Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust reported total income of £1.78m and reported expenditure of £1.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust?
Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust has a program ratio of 93.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 53% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust registered as a charity?
Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 September 2007 as charity number 1120745. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust?
Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Brenda Spencer. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust operate?
Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust operates across 3 areas: Lancashire, St Helens and Wigan.
Is Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Wigan Athletic Fc Community Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120745.
Details
Loire Drive
Robin Park
WIGAN
Lancashire
WN5 0UL
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