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.

Country

South Africa

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,723,774

Latest Expenditure

£1,034,216

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 60.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 6.6%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,243,076

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £480,698

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,034,216

Raising Funds £0

Governance £68,095

Grants to Institutions £966,121

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 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.

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.