St John's College Cambridge
THE COLLEGE'S PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES ARE PROVIDING, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE, AN EDUCATION OF THE HIGHEST STANDARD FOR SOME 900 UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS AND ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING RESEARCH OF INTERNATIONAL STANDING.
Activities & Mission
THE COLLEGE'S PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES ARE PROVIDING, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE, AN EDUCATION OF THE HIGHEST STANDARD FOR SOME 900 UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS AND ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING RESEARCH OF INTERNATIONAL STANDING.
Grants
St John's College Cambridge makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £70,000
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £58,729,000 | £61,616,000 | £45,907,000 | £1,038,339,000 | £16,596,000 | 497 / 0 |
| 2024 | £54,588,000 | £56,787,000 | £43,017,000 | £1,016,427,000 | £44,085,000 | 480 / 0 |
| 2023 | £49,734,000 | £52,103,000 | £40,655,000 | £986,153,000 | £29,393,000 | 480 / 0 |
| 2022 | £36,829,000 | £48,450,000 | £38,704,000 | £973,663,000 | £37,766,000 | 458 / 0 |
| 2021 | £32,769,000 | £45,366,000 | £35,672,000 | £904,912,000 | £33,082,000 | 461 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about St John's College Cambridge
What does St John's College Cambridge do?
THE COLLEGE'S PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES ARE PROVIDING, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE, AN EDUCATION OF THE HIGHEST STANDARD FOR SOME 900 UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS AND ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING RESEARCH OF INTERNATIONAL STANDING.
How much income did St John's College Cambridge report in 2025?
St John's College Cambridge reported total income of £58.73m and reported expenditure of £61.62m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St John's College Cambridge registered as a charity?
St John's College Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 August 2010 as charity number 1137428. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs St John's College Cambridge?
St John's College Cambridge is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Heather Hancock. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St John's College Cambridge operate?
St John's College Cambridge operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St John's College Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — St John's College Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137428.
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- 2 November 2026
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