Engineers Without Borders UK
Also known as: Engineers Without Borders, Ewb-UK, Ingenieurs Sans Frontiers, Isf-UK
Engineers Without Borders UK brings people, ideas and engineering together to address the complex global challenges associated with the effects of climate change, resource depletion, urbanisation and population growth. We primarily work in the UK education sector and with local partners on development projects in sub-Saharan Africa, Southern Asia and Latin America.
Activities & Mission
Engineers Without Borders UK brings people, ideas and engineering together to address the complex global challenges associated with the effects of climate change, resource depletion, urbanisation and population growth. We primarily work in the UK education sector and with local partners on development projects in sub-Saharan Africa, Southern Asia and Latin America.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 37% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £807,789 | £729,770 | £614,184 | £703,379 | £648,010 | 9 / 350 |
| 2024 | £783,770 | £631,802 | £578,512 | £623,888 | £623,888 | 9 / 300 |
| 2023 | £614,920 | £853,474 | £705,218 | £468,385 | £468,385 | 11 / 300 |
| 2022 | £813,623 | £744,226 | £597,467 | £710,734 | £689,000 | 10 / 300 |
| 2021 | £645,749 | £592,398 | £464,668 | £643,129 | £594,360 | 9 / 266 |
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Frequently asked questions about Engineers Without Borders UK
What does Engineers Without Borders UK do?
Engineers Without Borders UK brings people, ideas and engineering together to address the complex global challenges associated with the effects of climate change, resource depletion, urbanisation and population growth. We primarily work in the UK education sector and with local partners on development projects in sub-Saharan Africa, Southern Asia and Latin America.
How much income did Engineers Without Borders UK report in 2025?
Engineers Without Borders UK reported total income of £808k and reported expenditure of £730k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Engineers Without Borders UK?
Engineers Without Borders UK has a program ratio of 76.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Engineers Without Borders UK registered as a charity?
Engineers Without Borders UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2004 as charity number 1101849. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Engineers Without Borders UK?
Engineers Without Borders UK is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Georgia Elliott-Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Engineers Without Borders UK operate?
Engineers Without Borders UK operates across 12 areas, including Ghana, India, Kenya and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Engineers Without Borders UK a registered charity?
Yes — Engineers Without Borders UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101849.
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Also Known As
- Engineers Without Borders
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- Ingenieurs Sans Frontiers
- Isf-UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated