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Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association

Also known as: The Olly Fund

The Charity has financially contributed towards respite and welfare associated activities or events that promote the well-being of the Regiment. The Charity remains in a position to provide financial support to former and serving members of the Regiment and their immediate families at a time of need. Income is generated from endorsed fundraising events and Benefactor or Corporate donations.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity has financially contributed towards respite and welfare associated activities or events that promote the well-being of the Regiment. The Charity remains in a position to provide financial support to former and serving members of the Regiment and their immediate families at a time of need. Income is generated from endorsed fundraising events and Benefactor or Corporate donations.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£970,267
Latest Expenditure
£678,164

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 63.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 23% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 69). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 91.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 33% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 32.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 13% 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

Donations & Legacies £624,747
Charitable Activities £336,746
Other Trading £0
Investments £8,774
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £620,097
Raising Funds £58,067
Governance £162,214
Grants to Institutions £341,252
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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£970,267
£678,164£620,097£2,050,643£1,884,0283 / 6
2024
£676,101
£320,539£304,850£1,705,260£1,469,4542 / 6
2023
£701,871
£293,378£279,386£1,349,698£300,0002 / 5
2022
£251,993
£163,7250 / 15
2021
£80,451
£83,2840 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association

What does Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association do?

The Charity has financially contributed towards respite and welfare associated activities or events that promote the well-being of the Regiment. The Charity remains in a position to provide financial support to former and serving members of the Regiment and their immediate families at a time of need. Income is generated from endorsed fundraising events and Benefactor or Corporate donations.

How much income did Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association report in 2025?

Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association reported total income of £970k and reported expenditure of £678k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association?

Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association has a program ratio of 63.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 69 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association registered as a charity?

Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 2012 as charity number 1147005. It has been registered for 14 years.

Where does Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association operate?

Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association a registered charity?

Yes — Special Reconnaissance Regimental Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147005.

Details

Address
Mr Colin Wilson LLB Hons
DLA Piper UK LLP
160 Aldersgate Street
LONDON
EC1A 4HT
Registration Date
25 April 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5026963
Charity Number
1147005

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Also Known As

  • The Olly Fund

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