International Bible Students Association
Provide serviced facilities to support religious activity of Jehovah's Witnesses. Arrange for venues to host conventions for Bible education. Pay expenses for and take care of living arrangements for members of the Worldwide Order of Special Full-Time Servants of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Activities & Mission
Provide serviced facilities to support religious activity of Jehovah's Witnesses. Arrange for venues to host conventions for Bible education. Pay expenses for and take care of living arrangements for members of the Worldwide Order of Special Full-Time Servants of Jehovah's Witnesses.
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 93% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 183). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 91% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £50,024,582 | £57,841,194 | £57,841,194 | £160,802,688 | £4,683,363 | 0 / 300 |
| 2023 | £40,413,966 | £43,841,316 | £43,841,316 | £165,506,341 | £2,528,494 | 0 / 300 |
| 2022 | £63,472,985 | £48,778,234 | £48,778,234 | £168,933,691 | £1,849,339 | 0 / 300 |
| 2021 | £71,807,403 | £75,503,968 | £75,503,968 | £154,238,940 | £1,178,839 | 0 / 300 |
| 2020 | £69,242,184 | £72,514,989 | £72,514,989 | £157,935,505 | £1,002,914 | 0 / 300 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about International Bible Students Association
What does International Bible Students Association do?
Provide serviced facilities to support religious activity of Jehovah's Witnesses. Arrange for venues to host conventions for Bible education. Pay expenses for and take care of living arrangements for members of the Worldwide Order of Special Full-Time Servants of Jehovah's Witnesses.
How much income did International Bible Students Association report in 2024?
International Bible Students Association reported total income of £50.02m and reported expenditure of £57.84m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is International Bible Students Association?
International Bible Students Association has a program ratio of 115.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 183 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was International Bible Students Association registered as a charity?
International Bible Students Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 1964 as charity number 216647. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs International Bible Students Association?
International Bible Students Association 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 International Bible Students Association operate?
International Bible Students Association operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is International Bible Students Association a registered charity?
Yes — International Bible Students Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 216647.
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