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The Friends Of The University Of Reading

We support the work of the University of Reading by providing voluntary help, grants for specific projects and help with outreach by arranging or participating in events informing the public of the University's work.

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Activities & Mission

We support the work of the University of Reading by providing voluntary help, grants for specific projects and help with outreach by arranging or participating in events informing the public of the University's work.

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
£10,354
Latest Expenditure
£8,048

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.7%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£10,354
£8,0480 / 4
2024
£5,914
£8,0730 / 5
2023
£7,497
£8,6540 / 2
2022
£8,367
£15,2020 / 0
2021
£12,093
£5,4650 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The University Of Reading

What does The Friends Of The University Of Reading do?

We support the work of the University of Reading by providing voluntary help, grants for specific projects and help with outreach by arranging or participating in events informing the public of the University's work.

How much income did The Friends Of The University Of Reading report in 2025?

The Friends Of The University Of Reading reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of The University Of Reading registered as a charity?

The Friends Of The University Of Reading was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 June 2017 as charity number 1173347. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs The Friends Of The University Of Reading?

The Friends Of The University Of Reading is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Michael Gordon Fulford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of The University Of Reading operate?

The Friends Of The University Of Reading operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friends Of The University Of Reading a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of The University Of Reading is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173347.

Details

Address
c/o Alumni and Supporter Engagement Office
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
Whitekights
READING
RG6 6UR
Registration Date
9 June 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5086464
Charity Number
1173347

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Trustees

Professor Michael Gordon Fulford Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Andrew Philip Arthur Morris
ANNETTE EVA HAWORTH
Also governs 1 other charity
BRENDA LESLEY MORRIS BA
BRIAN HUNT
Brian John Morley BA, MA
Christopher Peter Rayner
DENNIS GRAHAM WOOD CENG MIET
Dr JOHN MICHAEL GRAINGER BSC PHD
IAN JAMES PATTON BURN BA
PETER JOHN MUST
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor GEOFFREY CAMPBELL-PLATT BSC PHD FIAFOST
RODERICK CHARLES AUSTIN
STEPHANIE ANN MAY

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