Question 1

What is the mission of AKO FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

The Foundation's main activity is to make grants to UK charities and for charitable purposes elsewhere in the world.  The priority areas for its grants are initiatives and projects which improve education, promote the arts and combat the climate emergency. The Foundation does not seek applications for grants and will not make grants in response to unsolicited applications received.

Question 2

What is the financial size of AKO FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

AKO FOUNDATION is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £70,219,000 and total expenditure of £85,641,000.

Question 3

How does AKO FOUNDATION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of AKO FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

AKO FOUNDATION employs 2 staff members and is supported by 4 volunteers.

Question 5

Does AKO FOUNDATION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does AKO FOUNDATION pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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