Effective Ventures Foundation
Also known as: Centre for Effective Altruism, Cea
We currently run a number of projects including, for example, Giving What We Can (which researches the most cost-effective global poverty charities and educates those who donate to them), 80,000 Hours (which researches and produces educational material about the ethics of career choice, with the object of advancing the education of the public on this subject).
Activities & Mission
We currently run a number of projects including, for example, Giving What We Can (which researches the most cost-effective global poverty charities and educates those who donate to them), 80,000 Hours (which researches and produces educational material about the ethics of career choice, with the object of advancing the education of the public on this subject).
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 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample: 222). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 91% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2017 — Giving What We Can Trust (organisation 5040657)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £12,083,820 | £37,534,860 | £28,941,062 | £17,808,025 | £62,563 | 68 / 122 |
| 2024 | £31,663,819 | £35,285,093 | £35,285,093 | £43,259,065 | £0 | 109 / 22 |
| 2023 | £61,955,574 | £58,302,011 | £54,961,990 | £46,880,339 | £1,576,006 | 102 / 188 |
| 2022 | £140,574,589 | £79,209,500 | £79,209,500 | £87,612,493 | £25,903,197 | 49 / 79 |
| 2021 | £18,637,586 | £14,119,147 | £14,119,147 | £23,372,079 | £10,046,964 | 29 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Effective Ventures Foundation
What does Effective Ventures Foundation do?
We currently run a number of projects including, for example, Giving What We Can (which researches the most cost-effective global poverty charities and educates those who donate to them), 80,000 Hours (which researches and produces educational material about the ethics of career choice, with the object of advancing the education of the public on this subject).
How much income did Effective Ventures Foundation report in 2025?
Effective Ventures Foundation reported total income of £12.08m and reported expenditure of £37.53m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Effective Ventures Foundation?
Effective Ventures Foundation has a program ratio of 239.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample of 222 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Effective Ventures Foundation registered as a charity?
Effective Ventures Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 November 2012 as charity number 1149828. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Effective Ventures Foundation?
Effective Ventures Foundation 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 Effective Ventures Foundation operate?
Effective Ventures Foundation operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Effective Ventures Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Effective Ventures Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149828.
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Also Known As
- Centre for Effective Altruism
- Cea
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated