Givewell UK
We promote charities that save and improve lives the most per dollar as identified by the U.S. organisation GiveWell. We raise funds on their behalf and make grants to further their life improving and life saving programs.
Activities & Mission
We promote charities that save and improve lives the most per dollar as identified by the U.S. organisation GiveWell. We raise funds on their behalf and make grants to further their life improving and life saving programs.
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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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £20,450,036 | £19,484,705 | £19,484,705 | £1,078,670 | £1,078,670 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,465,380 | £3,240,913 | £3,240,913 | £113,339 | £113,339 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,119,732 | £10,187,137 | £10,187,137 | -£175,742 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,239,341 | £5,347,678 | £5,347,678 | -£108,337 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Givewell UK
What does Givewell UK do?
We promote charities that save and improve lives the most per dollar as identified by the U.S. organisation GiveWell. We raise funds on their behalf and make grants to further their life improving and life saving programs.
How much income did Givewell UK report in 2025?
Givewell UK reported total income of £20.45m and reported expenditure of £19.48m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Givewell UK registered as a charity?
Givewell UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 November 2021 as charity number 1196392. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Givewell UK?
Givewell UK is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Elie Hassenfeld. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Givewell UK operate?
Givewell UK operates across 42 areas, including Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh and 39 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Givewell UK a registered charity?
Yes — Givewell UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196392.
Details
Office 605
Albert House
256-260 Old Street
London
EC1V 9DD
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