Young Enterprise
Young Enterprise empowers young people to harness their personal and business skills. We make the connection between school and the world of work, enabling young people to develop the knowledge and attitudes they need to succeed. More than 214,000 young people from across England and Wales have participated in a Young Enterprise learning experience this year supported by around 6,000 volunteers.
Activities & Mission
Young Enterprise empowers young people to harness their personal and business skills. We make the connection between school and the world of work, enabling young people to develop the knowledge and attitudes they need to succeed. More than 214,000 young people from across England and Wales have participated in a Young Enterprise learning experience this year supported by around 6,000 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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% 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
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 | £5,429,076 | £5,382,366 | £4,612,770 | £2,957,077 | £1,766,054 | 95 / 1490 |
| 2024 | £5,226,864 | £5,338,499 | £4,572,043 | £2,909,706 | £1,566,872 | 91 / 2275 |
| 2023 | £5,441,666 | £5,195,266 | £4,503,828 | £3,022,470 | £1,630,286 | 88 / 1790 |
| 2022 | £5,157,484 | £4,726,763 | £4,165,240 | £2,775,572 | £1,450,813 | 86 / 2190 |
| 2021 | £5,786,212 | £4,631,650 | £4,083,965 | £2,344,970 | £1,007,332 | 87 / 1000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Young Enterprise
What does Young Enterprise do?
Young Enterprise empowers young people to harness their personal and business skills. We make the connection between school and the world of work, enabling young people to develop the knowledge and attitudes they need to succeed. More than 214,000 young people from across England and Wales have participated in a Young Enterprise learning experience this year supported by around 6,000 volunteers.
How much income did Young Enterprise report in 2025?
Young Enterprise reported total income of £5.43m and reported expenditure of £5.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Young Enterprise?
Young Enterprise has a program ratio of 85.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Young Enterprise registered as a charity?
Young Enterprise was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 1962 as charity number 313697. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Young Enterprise?
Young Enterprise is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Young Enterprise operate?
Young Enterprise operates across 4 areas: Guernsey, Jersey, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Young Enterprise a registered charity?
Yes — Young Enterprise is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313697.
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41 Brunswick Square
London
WC1N 1AZ
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