Cambridge Students' Union
Also known as: Cambridge Su
Cambridge SU exists to further the advancement of the education of Students at the University of Cambridge for thepublic benefit and to promote the equality of opportunity in education for the public benefit.
Activities & Mission
Cambridge SU exists to further the advancement of the education of Students at the University of Cambridge for thepublic benefit and to promote the equality of opportunity in education for the public benefit.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 16% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,591,807 | £1,528,588 | £1,176,460 | £288,152 | £271,119 | 27 / 200 |
| 2024 | £1,488,765 | £1,493,531 | £996,205 | £216,151 | £216,151 | 33 / 220 |
| 2023 | £1,304,657 | £1,417,555 | £938,029 | £220,917 | £220,917 | 29 / 230 |
| 2022 | £1,247,409 | £1,204,078 | £981,484 | £333,815 | £333,815 | 29 / 50 |
| 2021 | £911,927 | £854,450 | £772,784 | £290,484 | £291,803 | 25 / 500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cambridge Students' Union
What does Cambridge Students' Union do?
Cambridge SU exists to further the advancement of the education of Students at the University of Cambridge for thepublic benefit and to promote the equality of opportunity in education for the public benefit.
How much income did Cambridge Students' Union report in 2025?
Cambridge Students' Union reported total income of £1.59m and reported expenditure of £1.53m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cambridge Students' Union?
Cambridge Students' Union has a program ratio of 73.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cambridge Students' Union registered as a charity?
Cambridge Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 April 2020 as charity number 1189287. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Cambridge Students' Union?
Cambridge Students' Union is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Augustin Denis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cambridge Students' Union operate?
Cambridge Students' Union operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Cambridge Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Cambridge Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189287.
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CAMBRIDGE
CB2 1RU
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- 14 May 2026
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