Society Of Genealogists
Also known as: The Society of Genealogists
The Charity's aims are to promote and encourage the study of genealogy. It carries this out by amassing a huge resource library and archive for research, offers lectures and education and produces publications, all to aid study. It preserves an archive with unique record collections collected over the last 100 years. It also offers expert advice to all.
Activities & Mission
The Charity's aims are to promote and encourage the study of genealogy. It carries this out by amassing a huge resource library and archive for research, offers lectures and education and produces publications, all to aid study. It preserves an archive with unique record collections collected over the last 100 years. It also offers expert advice to all.
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 95% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Arts 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 | £811,085 | £1,120,610 | £1,120,610 | £7,554,577 | £6,705,639 | 16 / 210 |
| 2023 | £804,639 | £1,161,923 | £1,161,923 | £7,864,102 | £485,108 | 16 / 160 |
| 2022 | £2,123,403 | £1,393,224 | £1,393,224 | £8,221,386 | £3,608,046 | 16 / 135 |
| 2021 | £2,490,254 | £1,785,147 | £1,781,079 | £7,491,207 | £2,342,281 | 16 / 135 |
| 2020 | £3,955,750 | £710,628 | £705,805 | £6,786,100 | £1,149,598 | 16 / 135 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Society Of Genealogists
What does Society Of Genealogists do?
The Charity's aims are to promote and encourage the study of genealogy. It carries this out by amassing a huge resource library and archive for research, offers lectures and education and produces publications, all to aid study. It preserves an archive with unique record collections collected over the last 100 years. It also offers expert advice to all.
How much income did Society Of Genealogists report in 2024?
Society Of Genealogists reported total income of £811k and reported expenditure of £1.12m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Society Of Genealogists?
Society Of Genealogists has a program ratio of 138.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Society Of Genealogists registered as a charity?
Society Of Genealogists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 1964 as charity number 233701. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Society Of Genealogists?
Society Of Genealogists is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Society Of Genealogists operate?
Society Of Genealogists operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Society Of Genealogists a registered charity?
Yes — Society Of Genealogists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233701.
Details
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London
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
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