Architects Benevolent Society
Architects Benevolent Society offers confidential advice, support and financial assistance to the architectural community and their families in times of need.
Activities & Mission
Architects Benevolent Society offers confidential advice, support and financial assistance to the architectural community and their families in times of need.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,092,119 | £2,472,767 | £1,885,280 | £29,634,655 | £28,834,793 | 12 / 60 |
| 2023 | £1,253,533 | £2,393,021 | £1,869,745 | £29,508,196 | £28,161,683 | 12 / 106 |
| 2022 | £1,905,191 | £2,102,827 | £1,579,261 | £32,059,794 | £1,806,467 | 12 / 90 |
| 2021 | £1,070,896 | £2,112,404 | £1,609,425 | £32,381,465 | £1,463,301 | 12 / 70 |
| 2020 | £803,289 | £2,072,457 | £1,543,368 | £31,389,898 | £344,158 | 12 / 65 |
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Frequently asked questions about Architects Benevolent Society
What does Architects Benevolent Society do?
Architects Benevolent Society offers confidential advice, support and financial assistance to the architectural community and their families in times of need.
How much income did Architects Benevolent Society report in 2024?
Architects Benevolent Society reported total income of £1.09m and reported expenditure of £2.47m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Architects Benevolent Society?
Architects Benevolent Society has a program ratio of 172.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Architects Benevolent Society registered as a charity?
Architects Benevolent Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 February 1973 as charity number 265139. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs Architects Benevolent Society?
Architects Benevolent Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Brindley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Architects Benevolent Society operate?
Architects Benevolent Society operates across 7 areas, including Botswana, Colombia, Italy and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Architects Benevolent Society a registered charity?
Yes — Architects Benevolent Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 265139.
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W1B 1QH
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