Deaf Sports First
Analysis
Deaf Sports First is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Henley-On-Thames. It was registered in October 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, disability and amateur sport, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable company (Companies House number 09164509). It says it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending August 2025, Deaf Sports First reported income of £152k and spending of £145k, spending 95% of its income. The sharpest change came in the year to August 2023, when income rose by 29826%. Over the whole period it spent 95% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Deaf Sports First sits at the 72nd percentile: it is larger than about 72% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 77th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Breaks Manor Youth and Community Centre (£152k), Brayatee Kurdish Community (£152k) and Bournemouth Blind Society (£152k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To alleviate challenges faced by deaf individuals and those with associated disabilities, grants will be provided to beneficiaries or organizations enabling participation in sports like football. Community-led initiatives will include inclusive nutrition workshops, assistive tech training, adapted sports programs, sign language support, and accessible activities promoting health and inclusion.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Breaks Manor Youth and Community Centre | Hatfield | £152k |
| Brayatee Kurdish Community | Birmingham | £152k |
| Bournemouth Blind Society | Bournemouth | £152k |
| Kidsbank Chester | Chester | £152k |