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Dasra UK

Dasra UK is working to build awareness of effective philanthropy in India. It advises foundations and individuals on the identification of the most efficient and effective solutions to poverty being implemented on the ground in India and how UK donors can support in the most high impact manner. Dasra does this through events, meetings and advisory work and building partnerships with UK charities.

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Activities & Mission

Dasra UK is working to build awareness of effective philanthropy in India. It advises foundations and individuals on the identification of the most efficient and effective solutions to poverty being implemented on the ground in India and how UK donors can support in the most high impact manner. Dasra does this through events, meetings and advisory work and building partnerships with UK charities.

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

Latest Income
£345,531
Latest Expenditure
£512,039

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 91.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,599,899
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,467,955
Raising Funds £0
Governance £10,920
Grants to Institutions £1,457,035
Other Expenditure £10,058

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
£345,531
£512,0390 / 0
2024
£389,324
£456,1670 / 0
2023
£330,016
£71,6790 / 0
2022
£1,599,899
£1,478,013£1,467,955£217,211£82,7880 / 0
2021
£64,000
£26,5910 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dasra UK

What does Dasra UK do?

Dasra UK is working to build awareness of effective philanthropy in India. It advises foundations and individuals on the identification of the most efficient and effective solutions to poverty being implemented on the ground in India and how UK donors can support in the most high impact manner. Dasra does this through events, meetings and advisory work and building partnerships with UK charities.

How much income did Dasra UK report in 2025?

Dasra UK reported total income of £346k and reported expenditure of £512k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dasra UK registered as a charity?

Dasra UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 2010 as charity number 1135538. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Dasra UK?

Dasra UK is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is TARUN JOTWANI. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dasra UK operate?

Dasra UK operates in India, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Dasra UK a registered charity?

Yes — Dasra UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1135538.

Details

Address
c/o GMSP Foundation
Regent House
Theobald Street
Borehamwood
Herts
Registration Date
15 April 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5008377
Charity Number
1135538

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Trustees

TARUN JOTWANI Chair
MATTHEW SPACIE MBE
Ms Neera Nundy
Pratik Matai
Radhika Piramal
Sonal Patel

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30 July 2026
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