Woodsmith Foundation Limited
Also known as: Sirius Minerals Foundation Limited, York Potash Foundation
When operational, the Foundation will make grants towards projects and individuals/organisations which match the criteria set out in the charitable objects of the approved Articles of Association. The charity is required to invest a proportion of its' income and to adhere to a maximum expenditure outside the 'area of interest' of 25% of income.
Activities & Mission
When operational, the Foundation will make grants towards projects and individuals/organisations which match the criteria set out in the charitable objects of the approved Articles of Association. The charity is required to invest a proportion of its' income and to adhere to a maximum expenditure outside the 'area of interest' of 25% of income.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 92% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% of UK Charitable activities 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,114,022 | £1,428,186 | £1,428,186 | £1,286,740 | £1,196,740 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,009,166 | £1,040,646 | £1,040,646 | £1,600,904 | £1,600,904 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,000,123 | £1,149,568 | £1,149,568 | £2,511,431 | £2,511,431 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,000,058 | £419,898 | £419,898 | £2,660,876 | £2,660,876 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Woodsmith Foundation Limited
What does Woodsmith Foundation Limited do?
When operational, the Foundation will make grants towards projects and individuals/organisations which match the criteria set out in the charitable objects of the approved Articles of Association. The charity is required to invest a proportion of its' income and to adhere to a maximum expenditure outside the 'area of interest' of 25% of income.
How much income did Woodsmith Foundation Limited report in 2024?
Woodsmith Foundation Limited reported total income of £1.11m and reported expenditure of £1.43m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Woodsmith Foundation Limited?
Woodsmith Foundation Limited has a program ratio of 128.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Woodsmith Foundation Limited registered as a charity?
Woodsmith Foundation Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 August 2015 as charity number 1163127. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Woodsmith Foundation Limited?
Woodsmith Foundation Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Woodsmith Foundation Limited operate?
Woodsmith Foundation Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Woodsmith Foundation Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Woodsmith Foundation Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163127.
Details
Sneaton
WHITBY
North Yorkshire
YO22 5BF
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Sirius Minerals Foundation Limited
- York Potash Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated