British Crystallographic Association

THE BCA RUNS AN ANNUAL SPRING MEETING AT WHICH RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE SCIENCE OF CRYSTALLOGRAPHY ARE PRESENTED. A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER IS PRODUCED WHICH IS SENT TO MEMBERS.

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Activities & Mission

THE BCA RUNS AN ANNUAL SPRING MEETING AT WHICH RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE SCIENCE OF CRYSTALLOGRAPHY ARE PRESENTED. A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER IS PRODUCED WHICH IS SENT TO MEMBERS.

Grants

British Crystallographic Association makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to: organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025): £183,953; Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps: other defined groups and the general public
What it supports: education and training

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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

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£184,883

Latest Expenditure

£183,953

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 99.5%

Expenditure as % of income

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	Staff
2025	£184,883	£183,953	0 / 0
2024	£117,909	£116,467	0 / 20
2023	£200,171	£195,249	0 / 20
2022	£133,902	£112,870	0 / 20
2021	£11,793	£108,849	0 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Crystallographic Association

What does British Crystallographic Association do?

THE BCA RUNS AN ANNUAL SPRING MEETING AT WHICH RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE SCIENCE OF CRYSTALLOGRAPHY ARE PRESENTED. A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER IS PRODUCED WHICH IS SENT TO MEMBERS.

How much income did British Crystallographic Association report in 2025?

British Crystallographic Association reported total income of £185k and reported expenditure of £184k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Crystallographic Association registered as a charity?

British Crystallographic Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 June 1982 as charity number 284718. It has been registered for 44 years.

Who runs British Crystallographic Association?

British Crystallographic Association is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Alexandra Gibbs. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Crystallographic Association operate?

British Crystallographic Association operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Crystallographic Association a registered charity?

Yes — British Crystallographic Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 284718.