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Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited

Also known as: Cornell University Foundation (uk)

The advancement of learning and education in particular at Cornell University; and such other exclusively charitable purposes as the Trustees may in their absolute discretion determine.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of learning and education in particular at Cornell University; and such other exclusively charitable purposes as the Trustees may in their absolute discretion determine.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£2,727,365
Latest Expenditure
£2,716,044

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 99.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 65% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 99.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 57% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 87% 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

Donations & Legacies £2,724,065
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £3,300

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,702,025
Raising Funds £0
Governance £3,300
Grants to Institutions £2,698,725
Other Expenditure £14,019

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£2,727,365
£2,716,044£2,702,025£14,773£5,0000 / 0
2024
£310,666
£309,1470 / 0
2023
£98,367
£96,5700 / 0
2022
£862,043
£863,975£863,975£135£1340 / 0
2021
£361,994
£365,1130 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited

What does Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited do?

The advancement of learning and education in particular at Cornell University; and such other exclusively charitable purposes as the Trustees may in their absolute discretion determine.

How much income did Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited report in 2025?

Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited reported total income of £2.73m and reported expenditure of £2.72m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited?

Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited has a program ratio of 99.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited registered as a charity?

Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 September 2012 as charity number 1149064. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited?

Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited operate?

Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited operates across 2 areas: France and United States.

Is Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Cornell University Foundation (uk) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149064.

Details

Address
20 OLD BAILEY
LONDON
EC4M 7AN
Registration Date
24 September 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5030966
Charity Number
1149064

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Trustees

Eliza Lau
RICHARD ALBERT ELY
Tracy Cary

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Cornell University Foundation (uk)

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