The Flag Institute
Also known as: Fi
The Flag Institute is a forum to research a and inform about Vexillology (the Study of Flags). It does this by way of public meetings, scholarly publications and archiving of authoritative flag information from around the world. It helps communities design new flags maintains the UK local flag register and advises HM Government, national and international organizations on flags and flag protocol.
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The Flag Institute is a forum to research a and inform about Vexillology (the Study of Flags). It does this by way of public meetings, scholarly publications and archiving of authoritative flag information from around the world. It helps communities design new flags maintains the UK local flag register and advises HM Government, national and international organizations on flags and flag protocol.
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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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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 | £14,723 | £12,111 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £13,616 | £21,188 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £13,339 | £17,454 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £12,124 | £13,160 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £22,504 | £14,154 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Flag Institute
What does The Flag Institute do?
The Flag Institute is a forum to research a and inform about Vexillology (the Study of Flags). It does this by way of public meetings, scholarly publications and archiving of authoritative flag information from around the world. It helps communities design new flags maintains the UK local flag register and advises HM Government, national and international organizations on flags and flag protocol.
How much income did The Flag Institute report in 2025?
The Flag Institute reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Flag Institute registered as a charity?
The Flag Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 2013 as charity number 1152496. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Flag Institute?
The Flag Institute is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Revd Canon John Hall. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Flag Institute operate?
The Flag Institute operates across 32 areas, including Australia, Belarus, Belgium and 29 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Flag Institute a registered charity?
Yes — The Flag Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152496.
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