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Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited

Objectives are to promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of whale shark and marine biological diversity by: (a) promoting and carrying out for the public benefit research and publishing or otherwise disseminating the useful results of such research: (b) raising awareness and understanding of marine conservation.

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Activities & Mission

Objectives are to promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of whale shark and marine biological diversity by: (a) promoting and carrying out for the public benefit research and publishing or otherwise disseminating the useful results of such research: (b) raising awareness and understanding of marine conservation.

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 Information

Latest Income
£249,973
Latest Expenditure
£261,146

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.5%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£249,973
£261,1460 / 0
2023
£259,882
£263,7860 / 0
2022
£212,072
£198,5850 / 46
2021
£106,908
£103,7570 / 3
2020
£93,570
£97,9120 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited

What does Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited do?

Objectives are to promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of whale shark and marine biological diversity by: (a) promoting and carrying out for the public benefit research and publishing or otherwise disseminating the useful results of such research: (b) raising awareness and understanding of marine conservation.

How much income did Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited report in 2024?

Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited reported total income of £250k and reported expenditure of £261k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited registered as a charity?

Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 June 2009 as charity number 1130369. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited?

Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD GERAINT REES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited operate?

Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited operates in Maldives, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1130369.

Details

Address
Unit 1
Shrine Barn
Sandling Road
Hythe
England
CT21 4HE
Registration Date
26 June 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4044754
Charity Number
1130369

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Trustees

RICHARD GERAINT REES Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
MORGAN RILEY BSC. MPHIL
RHODRI LLOYD-WILLIAMS

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