The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers
Also known as: Support Network
To provide help for members, former members, and dependants of both members and ex-members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, who are in need.
Activities & Mission
To provide help for members, former members, and dependants of both members and ex-members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, who are in need.
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 11% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 44% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £1,741,263 | £944,963 | £937,400 | £39,576,109 | £10,000,000 | 4 / 43 |
| 2023 | £1,273,507 | £1,012,847 | £1,005,452 | £35,119,356 | £35,119,356 | 4 / 55 |
| 2022 | £1,306,677 | £772,548 | £764,310 | £34,005,080 | £34,986,676 | 4 / 55 |
| 2021 | £1,267,538 | £729,425 | £721,626 | £34,986,676 | £34,986,676 | 4 / 55 |
| 2020 | £1,189,793 | £705,278 | £698,036 | £31,147,999 | £2,000,000 | 4 / 55 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers
What does The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers do?
To provide help for members, former members, and dependants of both members and ex-members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, who are in need.
How much income did The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers report in 2024?
The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers reported total income of £1.74m and reported expenditure of £945k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers?
The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers has a program ratio of 53.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers registered as a charity?
The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 December 1962 as charity number 209465. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers?
The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers operate?
The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers operates across 22 areas, including Australia, France, Ghana and 19 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers a registered charity?
Yes — The Benevolent Fund Of The Institution Of Mechanical Engineers is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 209465.
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SW1H 9JJ
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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