Woodcraft Folk
Established in 1925 now throughout the UK, running co-educational groups of children and young people. Aims to build a sustainable world, on rights, equality, friendship, peace & co-operation. Tries to educate and empower children and young people to be able to participate in society, improving their lives and others through active citizenship, whilst supporting and training adult volunteers.
Activities & Mission
Established in 1925 now throughout the UK, running co-educational groups of children and young people. Aims to build a sustainable world, on rights, equality, friendship, peace & co-operation. Tries to educate and empower children and young people to be able to participate in society, improving their lives and others through active citizenship, whilst supporting and training adult volunteers.
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 92% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% 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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,269,031 | £1,457,752 | £1,448,084 | £2,120,043 | £499,739 | 23 / 1834 |
| 2023 | £1,251,211 | £1,549,579 | £1,544,026 | £2,308,764 | £706,675 | 25 / 3000 |
| 2022 | £1,672,871 | £1,857,861 | £1,836,353 | £2,607,132 | £2,112,318 | 25 / 3000 |
| 2021 | £1,727,494 | £914,208 | £910,067 | £2,902,581 | £2,271,739 | 18 / 3000 |
| 2020 | £914,316 | £915,821 | £905,434 | £2,089,295 | £1,504,408 | 20 / 3000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Woodcraft Folk
What does Woodcraft Folk do?
Established in 1925 now throughout the UK, running co-educational groups of children and young people. Aims to build a sustainable world, on rights, equality, friendship, peace & co-operation. Tries to educate and empower children and young people to be able to participate in society, improving their lives and others through active citizenship, whilst supporting and training adult volunteers.
How much income did Woodcraft Folk report in 2024?
Woodcraft Folk reported total income of £1.27m and reported expenditure of £1.46m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Woodcraft Folk?
Woodcraft Folk has a program ratio of 114.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Woodcraft Folk registered as a charity?
Woodcraft Folk was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 July 2012 as charity number 1148195. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Woodcraft Folk?
Woodcraft Folk is governed by a board of 19 trustees. The chair of trustees is Edmund Moriarty. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Woodcraft Folk operate?
Woodcraft Folk operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Woodcraft Folk a registered charity?
Yes — Woodcraft Folk is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148195.
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HANOVER STREET
MANCHESTER
M60 0AS
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