Regional Studies Association
The Regional Studies Association is a global community promoting regional research, development, and policy. It supports researchers, connects research to policy, and shares knowledge through journals, events, networks, grants and awards to advance regional studies and demonstrate their societal value.
Activities & Mission
The Regional Studies Association is a global community promoting regional research, development, and policy. It supports researchers, connects research to policy, and shares knowledge through journals, events, networks, grants and awards to advance regional studies and demonstrate their societal value.
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 24% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Arts 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 | £1,390,216 | £1,075,670 | £1,048,866 | £4,709,141 | £4,709,141 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,304,277 | £870,985 | £846,327 | £4,217,522 | £4,217,522 | 6 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,010,667 | £700,417 | £675,408 | £3,540,995 | £3,540,995 | 6 / 0 |
| 2021 | £875,926 | £893,163 | £868,209 | £3,651,981 | £3,651,981 | 7 / 0 |
| 2020 | £861,249 | £730,071 | £730,071 | £3,431,685 | £3,431,685 | 7 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Regional Studies Association
What does Regional Studies Association do?
The Regional Studies Association is a global community promoting regional research, development, and policy. It supports researchers, connects research to policy, and shares knowledge through journals, events, networks, grants and awards to advance regional studies and demonstrate their societal value.
How much income did Regional Studies Association report in 2024?
Regional Studies Association reported total income of £1.39m and reported expenditure of £1.08m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Regional Studies Association?
Regional Studies Association has a program ratio of 75.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Regional Studies Association registered as a charity?
Regional Studies Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 December 2000 as charity number 1084165. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Regional Studies Association?
Regional Studies Association is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Anne Ayres. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Regional Studies Association operate?
Regional Studies Association operates across 38 areas, including Argentina, Australia, Austria and 35 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Regional Studies Association a registered charity?
Yes — Regional Studies Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084165.
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