Institute For Government

The advancement of education in the art and science of government in the UK for the benefit of the public on a non-party political basis.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of education in the art and science of government in the UK for the benefit of the public on a non-party political basis.

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 And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£6,857,604

Latest Expenditure

£6,462,387

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 94.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 99.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 1.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £5,508,933

Charitable Activities £1,221,976

Other Trading £80,928

Investments £29,067

Other Income £16,700

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £6,447,188

Raising Funds £15,199

Governance £46,992

Grants to Institutions £0

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 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£6,857,604	£6,462,387	£6,447,188	£4,367,922	£4,367,922	58 / 0
2024	£6,418,767	£5,829,214	£5,813,448	£3,972,705	£3,972,705	55 / 0
2023	£5,740,123	£5,843,450	£5,835,556	£3,383,152	£3,383,152	53 / 0
2022	£5,399,417	£4,906,946	£4,906,286	£3,486,479	£3,486,479	51 / 0
2021	£5,456,952	£4,630,411	£4,628,765	£2,994,008	£2,994,008	50 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Institute For Government

What does Institute For Government do?

The advancement of education in the art and science of government in the UK for the benefit of the public on a non-party political basis.

How much income did Institute For Government report in 2025?

Institute For Government reported total income of £6.86m and reported expenditure of £6.46m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Institute For Government registered as a charity?

Institute For Government was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 April 2008 as charity number 1123926. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Institute For Government?

Institute For Government is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Institute For Government operate?

Institute For Government operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Institute For Government a registered charity?

Yes — Institute For Government is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123926.