COMMON SENSE MEDIA
The charity is set-up to advance the education for the public benefit by, primarily, carrying out research, raising awareness and providing educational curriculum and other information for children aged five to seventeen and their parents living in England and Wales to assist them in navigating the digital world and ensure their digital well-being,
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £102,996, which the Trustees confirm has been maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of unrestricted charitable expenditure as per their stated policy. The charity reported a net income of £39,041 for the year, resulting in a positive net movement in funds and adequate resources to continue in operational existence.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations 14,820 94,053 108,873 Grants 116,667 - 116,667”
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of unrestricted charitable expenditure.” — page 7
Trustees
- David Kuizengachair
- Ellen Pack
- James Steyer
- Jenny Afia
- Lord Edward Henry Butler Vaizey
- Sir Jeremy Paul Wright
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £226k | £186k |
| 31/07/2024 | £64k | £165k |
| 31/07/2023 | £14k | £88k |
| 31/07/2022 | £243k | £38k |
| 31/07/2021 | £54k | £59k |
Common questions
Is COMMON SENSE MEDIA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £102,996, which the Trustees confirm has been maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of unrestricted charitable expenditure as per their stated policy. The charity reported a net income of £39,041 for the year, resulting in a positive net movement in funds and adequate resources to continue in operational existence. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.