Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund
Also known as: Edward Penley Abraham - Research Fund
The charity's objective is the furtherance of medical, biological and chemical research in the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology and Lincoln College Oxford and more broadly within the university of Oxford and its associated colleges. Grants are made by the trustees, in the context of the trust deed and available resources, to support both current and future research.
Activities & Mission
The charity's objective is the furtherance of medical, biological and chemical research in the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology and Lincoln College Oxford and more broadly within the university of Oxford and its associated colleges. Grants are made by the trustees, in the context of the trust deed and available resources, to support both current and future research.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 99% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 843). How is this calculated?
Higher than 17% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% 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 | £2,231,462 | £6,842,429 | £6,172,662 | £153,354,483 | £153,354,483 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,473,715 | £2,836,263 | £2,225,235 | £156,449,289 | £156,449,289 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,334,507 | £3,217,108 | £2,741,707 | £148,214,577 | £148,214,577 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,471,208 | £5,020,993 | £4,480,883 | £163,858,753 | £163,858,753 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,997,891 | £10,584,426 | £10,090,831 | £175,330,249 | £175,330,249 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund
What does Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund do?
The charity's objective is the furtherance of medical, biological and chemical research in the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology and Lincoln College Oxford and more broadly within the university of Oxford and its associated colleges. Grants are made by the trustees, in the context of the trust deed and available resources, to support both current and future research.
How much income did Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund report in 2025?
Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund reported total income of £2.23m and reported expenditure of £6.84m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund?
Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund has a program ratio of 276.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 843 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund registered as a charity?
Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 March 1967 as charity number 309659. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund?
Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Peter Richard Cook. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund operate?
Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Edward Penley Abraham Research Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 309659.
Details
Sir William Dunn School of Patholog
South Parks Road
OXFORD
OX1 3RE
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated