European Association For The Study Of Obesity
Also known as: Easo
Established in 1986, EASO is a European scientific and practice-based professional membership association, with networks in over 30 countries. EASO considers obesity to be a health, research, and societal priority. It promotes the study of obesity as well as facilitating and engaging in actions that reduce the burden of unhealthy excess weight in Europe through prevention and management.
Activities & Mission
Established in 1986, EASO is a European scientific and practice-based professional membership association, with networks in over 30 countries. EASO considers obesity to be a health, research, and societal priority. It promotes the study of obesity as well as facilitating and engaging in actions that reduce the burden of unhealthy excess weight in Europe through prevention and management.
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 53% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 92% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,560,807 | £1,442,056 | £1,442,056 | £380,060 | £30,841 | 1 / 25 |
| 2023 | £1,028,915 | £1,112,123 | £1,112,123 | £298,901 | £17,566 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,127,514 | £2,491,317 | £2,491,317 | £382,109 | £382,111 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,656,647 | £1,680,227 | £1,680,227 | £745,913 | £450,000 | 1 / 0 |
| 2020 | £774,049 | £1,148,108 | £1,148,108 | £769,492 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about European Association For The Study Of Obesity
What does European Association For The Study Of Obesity do?
Established in 1986, EASO is a European scientific and practice-based professional membership association, with networks in over 30 countries. EASO considers obesity to be a health, research, and societal priority. It promotes the study of obesity as well as facilitating and engaging in actions that reduce the burden of unhealthy excess weight in Europe through prevention and management.
How much income did European Association For The Study Of Obesity report in 2024?
European Association For The Study Of Obesity reported total income of £1.56m and reported expenditure of £1.44m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is European Association For The Study Of Obesity?
European Association For The Study Of Obesity has a program ratio of 92.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 53% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was European Association For The Study Of Obesity registered as a charity?
European Association For The Study Of Obesity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 September 2005 as charity number 1111288. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs European Association For The Study Of Obesity?
European Association For The Study Of Obesity is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does European Association For The Study Of Obesity operate?
European Association For The Study Of Obesity operates across 32 areas, including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria and 29 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is European Association For The Study Of Obesity a registered charity?
Yes — European Association For The Study Of Obesity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111288.
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