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Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia

Also known as: Ornithological Society of the Middle East, O S M E

An organisation to promote a greater public understanding of ornithology in the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia and to facilitate conservation of the region's birds. Research grants are awarded and the results are published in a twice-yearly publication.

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Activities & Mission

An organisation to promote a greater public understanding of ornithology in the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia and to facilitate conservation of the region's birds. Research grants are awarded and the results are published in a twice-yearly publication.

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.

Show all 11 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£64,363
Latest Expenditure
£77,723

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 120.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 120.8%
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.

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
2024
£64,363
£77,7230 / 15
2023
£197,658
£74,0460 / 15
2022
£57,017
£77,7680 / 20
2021
£64,447
£55,3970 / 18
2020
£40,380
£54,5020 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia

What does Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia do?

An organisation to promote a greater public understanding of ornithology in the Middle East, the Caucasus and Central Asia and to facilitate conservation of the region's birds. Research grants are awarded and the results are published in a twice-yearly publication.

How much income did Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia report in 2024?

Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia reported total income of £64k and reported expenditure of £78k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia registered as a charity?

Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 August 1981 as charity number 282938. It has been registered for 45 years.

Who runs Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia?

Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT SHELDON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia operate?

Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia operates across 11 areas, including Azerbaijan, Cyprus, Egypt and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia a registered charity?

Yes — Ornithological Society Of The Middle East, The Caucasus And Central Asia is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 282938.

Details

Address
1 CHARNWOOD AVENUE
SUTTON BONINGTON
LOUGHBOROUGH
LE12 5NA
Website
www.osme.org
Registration Date
25 August 1981
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
282938
Charity Number
282938

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Trustees

ROBERT SHELDON Chair
CHRIS HUGHES
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Simon John Tull
Also governs 1 other charity
IAN HARRISON
Marko Kalevi Halonen
Mike Blair
Murray Brown
Simon Ibrahim Jalil Awad
Susan Jane Delve
Tomas Haraldsson

Also Known As

  • Ornithological Society of the Middle East
  • O S M E

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