James Eden's Foundation is a UK-registered charity (number 526265) established to support young people in Bolton, England. Founded with a focus on financial assistance, its primary mission is to aid individuals pursuing further education and to bolster charitable institutions dedicated to improving the lives of deprived children within the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton[1][2][3].

Activities

The charity provides grants directly to individuals and organisations. Its core focus areas include:

• Education: Financial support for young residents undergoing further education.
• Community aid: Funding for local charities prioritizing care for Bolton’s underprivileged youth[1][3].

Governance

James Eden's Foundation operates under the oversight of six trustees, none of whom receive remuneration or benefits from the organisation[1][2]. Financial records indicate an income of £12,717 and expenditure of £7,803 for the year ending July 2023[1]. The charity adheres to policies covering risk management, financial reserves, and trustee conflicts of interest[2].

Funding and operations

The foundation does not engage in fundraising activities or maintain trading subsidiaries[1]. Its income sources and grant allocation processes are not publicly detailed beyond general charitable purposes and educational support mandates[1][2]. In September 2024, it received funds from the Leigh Bramwell Prize Fund (charity number 1053412)[2].

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/526265 [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/526265/full-print [3] https://search.charitybase.uk/chc/526265 [4] https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/charity-directory/north-west/lancashire/bolton?char=j [5] https://www.edenproject.com/about-us/eden-structure-and-team