Gingko

Also known as: Gingko Library

GINGKO works to improve mutual understanding between the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the West. We fund and publish innovative research into the history, art history and religions of the MENA region. We bring together people from MENA and the West for transformative interfaith and intercultural encounters.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£302,755

Latest Expenditure

£321,161

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 19.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 87.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 23% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 14.1%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,303,080

Charitable Activities £67,311

Other Trading £0

Investments £18,837

Other Income £315

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £273,634

Raising Funds £37,927

Governance £6,000

Grants to Institutions £9,000

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 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	£302,755	£321,161				0 / 1
2023	£1,389,543	£311,561	£273,634	£1,584,149	£0	1 / 0
2022	£175,365	£289,832				0 / 1
2021	£494,127	£250,669				0 / 1
2020	£115,661	£174,349				0 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Gingko

What does Gingko do?

How much income did Gingko report in 2024?

Gingko reported total income of £303k and reported expenditure of £321k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Gingko?

Gingko has a program ratio of 19.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Gingko registered as a charity?

Gingko was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 2014 as charity number 1158548. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Gingko?

Gingko is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is HARRY WILLIAM LOWTHER HALL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Gingko operate?

Gingko operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Gingko a registered charity?

Yes — Gingko is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158548.