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Autism Initiatives Group

Bootle Charity No: 1170634 (Charity Commission) Reg: 040905 (Charity Commission) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
86/100 · methodology

About Autism Initiatives Group

Group activities are to ;- provide assessment, care, education, employment and meaningful activity to individuals with autism spectrum condition.- provide information and support to individuals with ASC, their families and carers- expand education and care provisionParent company activities are to provide estate, administration and corporate support services to the charitable subsidiaries

Founded
Headquarters
Bootle
Foundation type
Charitable Company
Size
large

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

Fundraising Regulator since 2026

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 6 similar education in United Kingdom
Program spending This charity: 98%
Peer average: 85%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 86
Peer average: 86

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Charity Commission removal, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every £1 goes

· FY2025 · Charity Commission (UK) (FY2025)
£0.98
Program£0.98
Fundraising£0.01
98% to programs beats the peer average (85%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Autism Initiatives Group with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the Charity Commission.

  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the Charity Commission - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 98% of the 78,278 education charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • Its integrity score of 86 places it in the top 1% of the 87,588 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
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  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Autism Initiatives Group is a registered education nonprofit based in Bootle, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2016 and has been operating for 10 years. Its registration number is 040905. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 86/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £93M in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 4 community reviews with an average rating of 1.0/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 2.6/5 based on 4 reviews. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.

Autism Initiatives Group's registered charity number is 1170634. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.

Autism Initiatives Group has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 86 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 98% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.

Autism Initiatives Group is located in Bootle, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2016 and has been active for 10 years.

Based on official tax filings, Autism Initiatives Group has £93M in annual revenue. It allocates 98% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 85% for education charities in United Kingdom. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £994K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Autism Initiatives Group is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has £93M in annual revenue. The organization has 3 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Autism Initiatives Group. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, Autism Initiatives Group holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It reports that 98% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 85%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Group activities are to ;- provide assessment, care, education, employment and meaningful activity to individuals with autism spectrum condition.- provide information and support to individuals with ASC, their families and carers- expand education and care provisionParent company activities are to provide estate, administration and corporate support services to the charitable subsidiaries Autism Initiatives Group is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2016.

Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 98% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 85%. Its annual revenue of £93M is well above the peer average of £994K.

Autism Initiatives Group is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is 040905.

You can verify Autism Initiatives Group in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.

You can donate to Autism Initiatives Group directly through its donation page (https://fundraise.autisminitiatives.org/donate). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.

Yes, Autism Initiatives Group is registered with the Fundraising Regulator (FR), the independent regulator of charitable fundraising in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Registration means the charity has committed to following the Code of Fundraising Practice and the Fundraising Promise, which set standards for honest, respectful, and transparent fundraising. Donors can complain to the FR if they believe a charity has breached the Code.

Donations to Autism Initiatives Group are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.

Autism Initiatives Group is based in Bootle. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

Autism Initiatives Group was first registered in 2016, making it approximately 10 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.

Annual revenue
£10M-£100M
98% to programs
Source: Charity Commission (UK) (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from Charity Commission (UK) (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. AUTISM INITIATIVES GROUP is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.

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Leadership

From FY2025 filing

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Brian E••••• W•••••••
Trustee

Officers & trustees (3)

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

HSE confirms ‘file review’ of Autism a Chara service has been launched - The Irish Independent
May 2026
www.independent.ie
Autism service says audit found transfer of some HSE funding to UK parent company was ‘value for money’ - Irish Independ
May 2026
www.independent.ie
HSE confirms ‘file review’ of Autism a Chara service has been launched - Irish Independent
May 2026
www.independent.ie
Autism organisation says HSE was ‘well aware’ of internal transfer of €1.5m public funds to UK - The Irish Independent
Apr 2026
www.independent.ie
Autism organisation says HSE was ‘well aware’ of internal transfer of €1.5m public funds to UK - Irish Independent
Apr 2026
www.independent.ie
Form filed
£93.1M revenue
FY2025
Charity Commission (UK)
Walk for Autism fundraiser puts best foot forward - MerseyNewsLive
Mar 2025
merseynewslive.co.uk
Autism Initiatives charity steps up the Walk for Autism challenge with exciting changes - Lancashire Evening Post
Jan 2025
www.lep.co.uk
Form filed
£85.9M revenue
FY2024
Charity Commission (UK)
Stevenage boy with autism smashes fundraising target to help others - The Comet
Mar 2024
www.thecomet.net
Form filed
£76.8M revenue
FY2023
Charity Commission (UK)
Autism Initiatives’ sixth ‘Walk for Autism’ campaign starts this March - London Post
Jan 2023
london-post.co.uk
Form filed
£71.2M revenue
FY2022
Charity Commission (UK)
Form filed
£68.0M revenue
FY2021
Charity Commission (UK)
Autism Initiatives is charity of choice - Irish Independent
Jun 2011
www.independent.ie

Donor reviews (4)

1.0 / 5 average · includes imported Trustpilot

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Not a Great experience

Shambles, sums them up, changing staff too often, no routine, (not good for autistic people) missing or late for appointments, eg wait 90 min, no show, next time wait 15 minutes, so gave up as in cold and rain, not even a hint of apology then put the blame on the client for not waiting longer. Say one thing do another, forget what they are supposed to be doing, years later no further forward.

Alan Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
Not a charity anymore it's a registered…

Not a charity anymore it's a registered ltd company, Unfortunately they hire staff under the guise of supported living and then the next shift doesn't turn up.They blame everything on ground staff or clients as management is very rarely available. Management are never present and when they are staff are made to work unsociable hours whilst in one case a client was left without supplies.Don't recommend and wouldn't to my worst enemy.

Mrforsaken Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
I had a support worker who failed to…

I had a support worker who failed to turn up most of the time or couldn't wait to get out the door and did nothing for me. They refused to help me with calls as they don't like talking on the phone. Made me strip my whole flat on the promise they'd help me get the place decorated, then texted to say I no longer needed support, no review, nothing. This company is nothing more than grifters for donations.

William Hargrove Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
They shut out autistic applicants from applying to their roles

I am autistic and found an apprenticeship with Autism Initiatives that would be perfect for me as I have relevant qualifications and experience. However, due to autism, I needed to discuss adjustments before applying. They ignored that request and just sent me a link to their vacancy page that I had already been on. This shut me out as a disabled applicant and is poor practice that goes against the equality act.

Josephine Wilson Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot

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Cause areas in United Kingdom

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Education this charity 87,646
Health 28,382
Religion 22,146
Arts & Culture 21,802
Community Development 10,738
Environment 5,683
Social Services 4,899
Youth Development 4,637
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Most common causes in United Kingdom

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Education 54,780
Arts & Culture 17,729
Disability 17,106
Religion 16,671
Health 15,045
Poverty 14,062
Community Development 11,486
Cultural Heritage 8,526

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities - 3 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Donor reviews (external)
Trustpilot consumer reviews
Community reviews (verified email)
GiveRadar Community Reviews - 4 verified review(s) on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 17, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 17, 2026
Profile completeness
85%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 8
  • Financial data · FY2025 on record
  • Named leadership · 3 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2016
Not available · 3
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Autism Initiatives Group

What is Autism Initiatives Group?
Autism Initiatives Group is a education charitable company based in Bootle, United Kingdom. Group activities are to ;- provide assessment, care, education, employment and meaningful activity to individuals with autism spectrum condition.- provide information and support to individuals with ASC, their families and carers- expand education and care provisionParent company activities are to provide estate, administration and corporate support services to the charitable subsidiaries
When was Autism Initiatives Group founded?
Autism Initiatives Group was founded in 2016.
Where is Autism Initiatives Group located?
Headquartered in Bootle, United Kingdom.
What is Autism Initiatives Group's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £10M-£100M. 98% of expenses go to program services.
Is Autism Initiatives Group trustworthy?
Autism Initiatives Group has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Autism Initiatives Group's registration number?
Registration: 040905 (United Kingdom).
What is Autism Initiatives Group's website?
https://www.autisminitiatives.org
Are donations to Autism Initiatives Group tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.