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Happier Lives Institute

The Happier Lives Institute connects donors, researchers, and policymakers with the most cost-effective opportunities to increase global wellbeing.Using the latest subjective wellbeing data, we identify the problems that matter most to people and find evidence-based ways to solve them.

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Activities & Mission

The Happier Lives Institute connects donors, researchers, and policymakers with the most cost-effective opportunities to increase global wellbeing.Using the latest subjective wellbeing data, we identify the problems that matter most to people and find evidence-based ways to solve them.

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
£117,578
Latest Expenditure
£233,976

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 199.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 199.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£117,578
£233,9760 / 0
2024
£200,275
£34,3840 / 0
2023
£43,016
£3,0020 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Happier Lives Institute

What does Happier Lives Institute do?

The Happier Lives Institute connects donors, researchers, and policymakers with the most cost-effective opportunities to increase global wellbeing.Using the latest subjective wellbeing data, we identify the problems that matter most to people and find evidence-based ways to solve them.

How much income did Happier Lives Institute report in 2025?

Happier Lives Institute reported total income of £118k and reported expenditure of £234k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Happier Lives Institute registered as a charity?

Happier Lives Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 March 2022 as charity number 1198178. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Happier Lives Institute?

Happier Lives Institute is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DR CASPAR FRIEDRICH KAISER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Happier Lives Institute operate?

Happier Lives Institute operates across 2 areas: Oxfordshire and Tower Hamlets.

Is Happier Lives Institute a registered charity?

Yes — Happier Lives Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198178.

Details

Address
Happier Lives Institute
Square Works
17-18 Berkeley Square
BRISTOL
BS8 1HB
Registration Date
8 March 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5169190
Charity Number
1198178

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Trustees

DR CASPAR FRIEDRICH KAISER Chair
Andrew Fisher
Luciana Vilar
Prof Lord Peter Richard Granville Layard

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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