Royal Naval Sailing Association
Also known as: Rnsa
The RNSA is a Service Sports Association that delivers the sport of sailing and associated activities for the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their associated Reserve Forces. We operate across the UK and aim to get Service men and women of all sailing abilities actively engaged in our sport. We passionately believe sailing is an ideal vehicle for improving personal skills and military efficiency.
Activities & Mission
The RNSA is a Service Sports Association that delivers the sport of sailing and associated activities for the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their associated Reserve Forces. We operate across the UK and aim to get Service men and women of all sailing abilities actively engaged in our sport. We passionately believe sailing is an ideal vehicle for improving personal skills and military efficiency.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 69). How is this calculated?
Higher than 40% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £781,559 | £764,428 | £715,032 | £1,516,006 | £831,378 | 6 / 175 |
| 2023 | £551,324 | £486,764 | £444,057 | £1,451,444 | £797,682 | 3 / 300 |
| 2022 | £361,060 | £390,105 | 0 / 139 | |||
| 2021 | £493,604 | £341,770 | 0 / 131 | |||
| 2020 | £1,560,371 | £319,584 | £297,951 | £1,263,268 | £726,628 | 3 / 130 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Naval Sailing Association
What does Royal Naval Sailing Association do?
The RNSA is a Service Sports Association that delivers the sport of sailing and associated activities for the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their associated Reserve Forces. We operate across the UK and aim to get Service men and women of all sailing abilities actively engaged in our sport. We passionately believe sailing is an ideal vehicle for improving personal skills and military efficiency.
How much income did Royal Naval Sailing Association report in 2024?
Royal Naval Sailing Association reported total income of £782k and reported expenditure of £764k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Naval Sailing Association?
Royal Naval Sailing Association has a program ratio of 91.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 69 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Naval Sailing Association registered as a charity?
Royal Naval Sailing Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 2019 as charity number 1183562. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Royal Naval Sailing Association?
Royal Naval Sailing Association is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Christopher Reginald Summer Gardner KBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Naval Sailing Association operate?
Royal Naval Sailing Association operates across 4 areas: Australia, Canada, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Royal Naval Sailing Association a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Naval Sailing Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183562.
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- 14 May 2026
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