The Donald Gordon Third Foundation
Scientific, medical and technological research and education; relief of poverty; promotion and support of the arts
Activities & Mission
Scientific, medical and technological research and education; relief of poverty; promotion and support of the arts
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 15% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,723,774 | £1,034,216 | £1,034,216 | £6,482,191 | £6,482,191 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £334,388 | £374,679 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £6,997,734 | £17,488 | £17,488 | £6,382,565 | £6,382,565 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Donald Gordon Third Foundation
What does The Donald Gordon Third Foundation do?
Scientific, medical and technological research and education; relief of poverty; promotion and support of the arts
How much income did The Donald Gordon Third Foundation report in 2025?
The Donald Gordon Third Foundation reported total income of £1.72m and reported expenditure of £1.03m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Donald Gordon Third Foundation?
The Donald Gordon Third Foundation has a program ratio of 60.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Donald Gordon Third Foundation registered as a charity?
The Donald Gordon Third Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 February 2008 as charity number 1122870. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Donald Gordon Third Foundation?
The Donald Gordon Third Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Donald Gordon Third Foundation operate?
The Donald Gordon Third Foundation operates in South Africa, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Donald Gordon Third Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Donald Gordon Third Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122870.
Details
6 St James's Square
London
SW1Y 4JU
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- 14 May 2026
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