Open For Business Limited
The objects of the Charity are, for the public benefit, the promotion of equality and diversity throughoutthe world by:- the elimination of discrimination on the grounds of gender or sexual orientation, especially withinbusiness and commerce;- advancing education and raising awareness in equality and diversity;- conducting or commissioning research on equality and diversity issues
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Charity are, for the public benefit, the promotion of equality and diversity throughoutthe world by:- the elimination of discrimination on the grounds of gender or sexual orientation, especially withinbusiness and commerce;- advancing education and raising awareness in equality and diversity;- conducting or commissioning research on equality and diversity issues
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 Society charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 143). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 62% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,664,015 | £1,838,893 | £1,838,893 | £407,281 | £286,726 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £894,370 | £865,020 | £865,020 | £465,724 | £145,000 | 3 / 1 |
| 2022 | £621,729 | £561,492 | £561,492 | £525,961 | £402,628 | 2 / 3 |
| 2021 | £522,207 | £330,288 | £330,288 | £465,724 | £380,622 | 1 / 5 |
| 2020 | £481,620 | £307,230 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Open For Business Limited
What does Open For Business Limited do?
The objects of the Charity are, for the public benefit, the promotion of equality and diversity throughoutthe world by:- the elimination of discrimination on the grounds of gender or sexual orientation, especially withinbusiness and commerce;- advancing education and raising awareness in equality and diversity;- conducting or commissioning research on equality and diversity issues
How much income did Open For Business Limited report in 2024?
Open For Business Limited reported total income of £1.66m and reported expenditure of £1.84m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Open For Business Limited?
Open For Business Limited has a program ratio of 110.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 143 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Open For Business Limited registered as a charity?
Open For Business Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 July 2019 as charity number 1184327. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Open For Business Limited?
Open For Business Limited is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Open For Business Limited operate?
Open For Business Limited operates across 5 areas, including Barbados, Hungary, Kenya and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Open For Business Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Open For Business Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184327.
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