British Humanist Association
Also known as: Humanists UK
The British Humanist Association (Humanists UK) promotes Humanism and supports and represents people who seek to live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs. Humanists UK provides educational resources on Humanism and humanist funerals and other ceremonies, and campaigns against religious privilege and discrimination on grounds of religion or belief.
Activities & Mission
The British Humanist Association (Humanists UK) promotes Humanism and supports and represents people who seek to live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs. Humanists UK provides educational resources on Humanism and humanist funerals and other ceremonies, and campaigns against religious privilege and discrimination on grounds of religion or belief.
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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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 | £3,530,649 | £3,666,682 | £3,426,061 | £4,279,741 | £4,065,892 | 43 / 602 |
| 2023 | £3,379,251 | £3,180,895 | £2,958,244 | £3,164,306 | £3,041,426 | 39 / 322 |
| 2022 | £2,608,246 | £2,692,927 | £2,475,861 | £2,904,388 | £2,763,565 | 35 / 549 |
| 2021 | £2,693,316 | £2,319,980 | £2,136,965 | £3,047,273 | £2,519,747 | 30 / 612 |
| 2020 | £3,196,877 | £2,206,606 | £2,033,048 | £2,662,151 | £2,118,564 | 31 / 612 |
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Frequently asked questions about British Humanist Association
What does British Humanist Association do?
The British Humanist Association (Humanists UK) promotes Humanism and supports and represents people who seek to live good lives without religious or superstitious beliefs. Humanists UK provides educational resources on Humanism and humanist funerals and other ceremonies, and campaigns against religious privilege and discrimination on grounds of religion or belief.
How much income did British Humanist Association report in 2024?
British Humanist Association reported total income of £3.53m and reported expenditure of £3.67m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was British Humanist Association registered as a charity?
British Humanist Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 1983 as charity number 285987. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs British Humanist Association?
British Humanist Association is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Humanist Association operate?
British Humanist Association operates across 6 areas, including Guernsey, Isle Of Man, Jersey and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is British Humanist Association a registered charity?
Yes — British Humanist Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285987.
Details
3 Waterhouse Square
138-142 Holborn
LONDON
EC1N 2SW
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