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Encephalitis International

Also known as: Encephalitis Support Group, Esg, The Encephalitis Society

To provide a supportive lifeline & activities that benefit those affected by Encephalitis, their families and carers.To produce quality, evidence-based information on all aspects of the condition. To raise awareness about the condition and its consequences among relevant professionals, statutory agencies and the general public.To encourage research into Encephalitis and its after-effects.

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Activities & Mission

To provide a supportive lifeline & activities that benefit those affected by Encephalitis, their families and carers.To produce quality, evidence-based information on all aspects of the condition. To raise awareness about the condition and its consequences among relevant professionals, statutory agencies and the general public.To encourage research into Encephalitis and its after-effects.

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
£1,308,233
Latest Expenditure
£1,151,347

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 73.6%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 83.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 20.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £558,128
Charitable Activities £364,409
Other Trading £350,388
Investments £35,308
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £962,842
Raising Funds £188,505
Governance £52,327
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,308,233
£1,151,347£962,842£1,347,608£987,81115 / 132
2024
£1,062,061
£1,216,108£1,001,559£1,175,863£946,58616 / 116
2023
£954,187
£1,070,396£879,315£1,304,642£1,070,50916 / 114
2022
£957,252
£880,304£674,012£1,517,935£576,71511 / 88
2021
£996,911
£719,083£575,782£1,431,044£766,82812 / 80

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Encephalitis International

What does Encephalitis International do?

To provide a supportive lifeline & activities that benefit those affected by Encephalitis, their families and carers.To produce quality, evidence-based information on all aspects of the condition. To raise awareness about the condition and its consequences among relevant professionals, statutory agencies and the general public.To encourage research into Encephalitis and its after-effects.

How much income did Encephalitis International report in 2025?

Encephalitis International reported total income of £1.31m and reported expenditure of £1.15m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Encephalitis International registered as a charity?

Encephalitis International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 August 2001 as charity number 1087843. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs Encephalitis International?

Encephalitis International is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gagun Gahir. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Encephalitis International operate?

Encephalitis International operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Encephalitis International a registered charity?

Yes — Encephalitis International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1087843.

Details

Address
Encephalitis International
32 Castlegate
MALTON
North Yorkshire
YO17 7DT
Registration Date
2 August 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3984091
Charity Number
1087843

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Trustees

Gagun Gahir Chair
Adele Margaret MacKinlay
David John Smith
Dr Mark Alexander Ellul
Freya Hopper
Isabella Bardswell
John Donald Simon Mayhew
Nicola Wainwright

Also Known As

  • Encephalitis Support Group
  • Esg
  • The Encephalitis Society

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30 July 2026
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