The Charity Commission’s 2023 Annual Return identified circa 171,200 (91%) of registered charities in England and Wales with an annual return of less than £1 million. This analysis underlines how deeply rooted small charities are within our communities and the vital role they play in society.

Small charities understand local needs, cultural nuances, and gaps in public services and, as such, can adapt quickly to changing needs, deliver high-value and targeted support, boost social participation and engagement, and provide a voice to those who might otherwise be unheard.‍

We work alongside charities to unlock the funding that allows their local impact grow. ‍