Youth Action
Youth Action offers bespoke programmes to engage young people tackling issues concerning the environment, social and economic matters. We are committed to helping vulnerable young people through campaigns, research and tailored projects, this results in young people developing their confidence and skills for them to reach their true potential.
Activities & Mission
Youth Action offers bespoke programmes to engage young people tackling issues concerning the environment, social and economic matters. We are committed to helping vulnerable young people through campaigns, research and tailored projects, this results in young people developing their confidence and skills for them to reach their true potential.
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 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 58% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £531,250 | £565,408 | £564,338 | £2,210,686 | £2,210,686 | 43 / 84 |
| 2024 | £330,417 | £340,252 | 0 / 96 | |||
| 2023 | £494,000 | £432,235 | 0 / 47 | |||
| 2022 | £990,583 | £483,854 | £483,854 | £2,192,914 | £241,927 | 43 / 45 |
| 2021 | £576,680 | £247,218 | £247,218 | £1,686,186 | £983,401 | 7 / 84 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Youth Action
What does Youth Action do?
Youth Action offers bespoke programmes to engage young people tackling issues concerning the environment, social and economic matters. We are committed to helping vulnerable young people through campaigns, research and tailored projects, this results in young people developing their confidence and skills for them to reach their true potential.
How much income did Youth Action report in 2025?
Youth Action reported total income of £531k and reported expenditure of £565k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Youth Action?
Youth Action has a program ratio of 2569.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Youth Action registered as a charity?
Youth Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 July 2011 as charity number 1142935. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Youth Action?
Youth Action is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Suhail Ainarkar. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Youth Action operate?
Youth Action operates across 2 areas: Blackburn With Darwen and Lancashire.
Is Youth Action a registered charity?
Yes — Youth Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142935.
Details
49-51 Preston New Road
Blackburn
BLACKBURN
LANCASHIRE
BB2 6AE
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