Drive Forward Foundation
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Drive forward foundation, helps young people from care (aged 16-26) to find suitable employment in their chosen career through individually tailored programmes of support, training , work inductions and opportunities to gain experience through paid employment. Particular focus on young people who are no longer under the care of the statutory authority.
Founded in 2010 Drive Forward Foundation aims to support care leavers aged 16-26 in London to achieve their full potential through employment and education. With over 40% of care leavers being NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training) and about half of them suffering from mental health disorder, care leavers present a highly vulnerable but also hugely neglected group within our society. Our approach is based on the belief that meaningful employment and a career path of the individual's own choice, can help young people overcome the hurdles in front of them and create a better future for themselves. Our employment consultants therefore work with our clients on a 1-2-1 basis, providing guidance and support around planning a career and moving into independence. Also, our training sessions focus on improving employability, presentation and public speaking skills on the one hand, and increasing individuals' confidence, motivation and basic communication skills on the other. Our corporate partners and special relationships to top employers in London further enable us to offer exclusive employment opportunities, internships and work experience to the young people working with us. Running interview preparation sessions and CV masterclasses, as well as donation their skills and time as mentors, their staff further support individuals to achieve their career goals. Those four components, 10201 support + bespoke training + opportunities + mentoring, add up to a holistic approach, enabling care leavers to actively start shaping their own futures.
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Drive Forward Foundation has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the Charity Commission.
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- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 92% of the 78,357 education charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 81 places it in the top 25% of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
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Frequently asked questions about Drive Forward Foundation
Drive Forward Foundation is a registered education nonprofit based in London, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1993 and has been operating for 33 years. 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 81/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £1M in annual revenue. 6 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Based on official filings, Drive Forward Foundation has £1M in annual revenue. It allocates 95% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 97% for education charities in United Kingdom. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Drive forward foundation, helps young people from care (aged 16-26) to find suitable employment in their chosen career through individually tailored programmes of support, training , work inductions and opportunities to gain experience through paid employment. Particular focus on young people who are no longer under the care of the statutory authority. Drive Forward Foundation is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1993.
Drive Forward Foundation 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.
Drive Forward Foundation's registered charity number is 1018750. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
Drive Forward Foundation is located in London, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1993 and has been active for 33 years.
Drive Forward Foundation is based in London in England. 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.
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Quick facts about Drive Forward Foundation
- What is Drive Forward Foundation?
- Drive Forward Foundation is a education charitable company based in London, United Kingdom. Drive forward foundation, helps young people from care (aged 16-26) to find suitable employment in their chosen career through individually tailored programmes of support, training , work inductions and opportunities to gain experience through paid employment. Particular focus on young people who are no longer under the care of the statutory authority.
- When was Drive Forward Foundation founded?
- Drive Forward Foundation was founded in 1993.
- Where is Drive Forward Foundation located?
- Headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom.
- What is Drive Forward Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is £1 million. 95% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Drive Forward Foundation trustworthy?
- Drive Forward Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 81 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 Drive Forward Foundation's website?
- https://www.driveforwardfoundation.org
- Are donations to Drive Forward Foundation 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.