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The Evolution Education Trust

The Charity's objects are the education of the public (with particular emphasis on students engaged in full time education) in the scientific principles of evolution. The charitable company meets these objectives by making monies available in the form of one-off donations to other charitable organisations, at the discretion of the Board of Trustees.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity's objects are the education of the public (with particular emphasis on students engaged in full time education) in the scientific principles of evolution. The charitable company meets these objectives by making monies available in the form of one-off donations to other charitable organisations, at the discretion of the Board of Trustees.

Grants

The Evolution Education Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Grants paid (2024)
£402,824
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training

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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
£108,439
Latest Expenditure
£562,207

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 35.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,006,417
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £42,049
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,070,990
Raising Funds £0
Governance £11,168
Grants to Institutions £402,824
Other Expenditure £4,510

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£108,439
£562,2070 / 0
2024
£3,048,466
£1,075,500£1,070,990£2,813,158£2,813,1581 / 0
2022
£1,692,060
£2,059,061£2,059,061£2,358,638£2,358,6380 / 0
2021
£1,015,200
£1,067,177£1,007,926£2,725,639£2,725,6390 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Evolution Education Trust

What does The Evolution Education Trust do?

The Charity's objects are the education of the public (with particular emphasis on students engaged in full time education) in the scientific principles of evolution. The charitable company meets these objectives by making monies available in the form of one-off donations to other charitable organisations, at the discretion of the Board of Trustees.

How much income did The Evolution Education Trust report in 2025?

The Evolution Education Trust reported total income of £108k and reported expenditure of £562k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Evolution Education Trust registered as a charity?

The Evolution Education Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2010 as charity number 1137520. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs The Evolution Education Trust?

The Evolution Education Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr JONATHAN MILNER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Evolution Education Trust operate?

The Evolution Education Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Evolution Education Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Evolution Education Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137520.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
17 August 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5011031
Charity Number
1137520

Trustees

Dr JONATHAN MILNER Chair
MICHAEL MAGNAY
Roza Gounari

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19 October 2026
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