Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain

Also known as: A S in G B

To promote an understanding of Anthroposophy, that is the spiritual science which forms the subject matter of the writings and teachings of Dr. Rudolf Steiner, and to aid in its development.

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Activities & Mission

To promote an understanding of Anthroposophy, that is the spiritual science which forms the subject matter of the writings and teachings of Dr. Rudolf Steiner, and to aid in its development.

Grants

Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to: organisations
Grants paid (2025): £161,169
Who it helps: other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
What it supports: education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Country

Scotland Switzerland

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,574,719

Latest Expenditure

£1,612,638

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 101.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 74% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 124). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 98.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 73% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 2.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 68% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £447,329

Charitable Activities £39,000

Other Trading £1,077,680

Investments £10,710

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,594,057

Raising Funds £0

Governance £43,368

Grants to Institutions £161,169

Other Expenditure £18,581

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£1,574,719	£1,612,638	£1,594,057	£14,194,913	£14,194,913	30 / 0
2024	£1,421,103	£1,573,303	£1,556,879	£14,232,832	£15,232,832	25 / 0
2023	£1,919,291	£1,575,790	£1,373,156	£12,998,883	£12,998,883	29 / 0
2022	£1,840,209	£1,531,495	£1,531,495	£12,655,382	£12,655,382	13 / 0
2021	£818,159	£598,289	£598,289	£12,346,668	£1,678,143	3 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain

What does Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain do?

To promote an understanding of Anthroposophy, that is the spiritual science which forms the subject matter of the writings and teachings of Dr. Rudolf Steiner, and to aid in its development.

How much income did Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain report in 2025?

Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain reported total income of £1.57m and reported expenditure of £1.61m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain?

Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain has a program ratio of 101.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 74% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 124 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain registered as a charity?

Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 1963 as charity number 220480. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain?

Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARJATTA VAN BOESCHOTEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain operate?

Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain operates across 2 areas: Scotland and Switzerland.

Is Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain a registered charity?

Yes — Anthroposophical Society In Great Britain is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 220480.