OBEX FOUNDATION
The Obex Foundation focuses on reducing health inequalities across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. We work with local schools and our delivery partners to identify needs and support a range of activities to offer education on preventative self-health and the importance of being proactive around fitness, movement, nutrition and oral health.
Objects
THE PROMOTION AND PROTECTION OF GOOD HEALTH IN YOUNG PEOPLE IN BEDFORDSHIRE AND HERTFORDSHIRE FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT THROUGH THE PROVISION OF GRANTS FOR CHARITIES TO EDUCATE YOUNG PEOPLE ABOUT GENERAL AND ORAL HEALTH, FITNESS, AND NUTRITION
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £56,407, which the trustees confirm is sufficient to meet future requirements. The charity reported a net income increase of £57,420 for the year, bringing total funds to £71,755. The trustees are satisfied that there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations and legacies 3 177,545 - 177,545 15,000” — page 8
“It is the foundations policy to build reserves to ensure long-term sustainability.” — page 5
“Dr S. Bhandal acts as a trustee of both The Obex Foundation and the Jason Robinson Foundation. During the year, The Obex Foundation made a donation of £30,000 (2024: £nil) to the Jason Robinson Foundation to support the multiple school programmes.” — page 15
Policies the charity declares
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
Trustees
- Dr Sarabjit Singh Bhandalchair
- CARL HEATHCOTE
- FRANCES HILARY HALL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £294k | £237k |
| 31/08/2024 | £15k | £665 |
Common questions
Is OBEX FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £56,407, which the trustees confirm is sufficient to meet future requirements. The charity reported a net income increase of £57,420 for the year, bringing total funds to £71,755. The trustees are satisfied that there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE MICHAEL BISHOP FOUNDATION | 1 | £1.2m |
| THE ROSELINE FOUNDATION | 1 | £1.0m |
| THE VARDY FOUNDATION | 1 | £615k |
| THE HDH WILLS 1965 CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £508k |
| CRODA FOUNDATION | 1 | £399k |
| THE CHRISTOPHER LAING FOUNDATION | 1 | £250k |
| THE HARRISON FOUNDATION | 1 | £228k |
| UBS UK Donor-Advised Foundation | 1 | £173k |
Charities like this
- ORAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
- HOBDEN FOUNDATION
- OXFORDSHIRE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
- OXFORD HEALTH CHARITY
- THE BRADFORD BULLS FOUNDATION
- THE HEALTH FOUNDATION
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBEX FOUNDATION | £294k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ORAL HEALTH FOUNDATION | £985k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HOBDEN FOUNDATION | £176k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| OXFORDSHIRE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | £2.1m | £70,001 - £80,000 | 1 | above | — | no doubt |
| OXFORD HEALTH CHARITY | £236k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE BRADFORD BULLS FOUNDATION | £285k | — | 0 | unclear | — | noted |