Questscope

Also known as: Questscope Limited, Questscope Limited for Social Development in the Middle East

Founded 35 years ago, Questscope is an innovative organization that works with individuals, communities, local organizations and international partners to produce social, educational, and entrepreneurial opportunities for marginalized youth and women.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Germany Jordan Occupied Palestinian Territories Syria

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,575,042

Latest Expenditure

£1,939,693

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 123.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 95% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 3.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0

Charitable Activities £1,575,042

Other Trading £0

Investments £0

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,939,693

Raising Funds £0

Governance £72,215

Grants to Institutions £252,733

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.

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£1,575,042	£1,939,693	£1,939,693	£361,352	£0	16 / 0
2024	£2,209,523	£2,373,856	£2,373,856	£745,306	£9,999	33 / 0
2023	£2,494,224	£1,993,461	£1,993,461	£977,214	£0	31 / 800
2022	£1,155,798	£2,880,583	£2,880,583	£404,431	£0	51 / 0
2021	£2,490,283	£4,150,568	£4,150,568	£2,037,622	£9,023	64 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Questscope

What does Questscope do?

How much income did Questscope report in 2025?

Questscope reported total income of £1.58m and reported expenditure of £1.94m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Questscope?

Questscope has a program ratio of 123.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Questscope registered as a charity?

Questscope was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 October 1990 as charity number 1000649. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs Questscope?

Questscope is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Curtis Rhodes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Questscope operate?

Questscope operates across 4 areas: Germany, Jordan, Occupied Palestinian Territories and Syria.

Is Questscope a registered charity?

Yes — Questscope is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1000649.