The Genetics Society

Also known as: The Genetical Society

The object of the Society is to promote the advancement of the science of genetics for the benefit of the public. The Society does this by promoting the interchange of scientific information about genetics through running and sponsoring scientific meetings, through publishing scientific journals and through awarding small grants for travel and research, especially to junior scientists.

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Activities & Mission

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

Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£529,700

Latest Expenditure

£615,572

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 110.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 88% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 95.2%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 39% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 18.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0

Charitable Activities £442,853

Other Trading £40,341

Investments £37,759

Other Income £8,747

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £586,142

Raising Funds £29,430

Governance £84,156

Grants to Institutions £0

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 2024.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£529,700	£615,572	£586,142	£1,869,748	£1,869,748	0 / 26
2023	£577,445	£785,323	£762,716	£2,048,463	£2,048,463	0 / 33
2022	£601,249	£699,854	£676,794	£2,185,322	£2,185,322	0 / 7
2021	£565,288	£497,377	£408,382	£2,660,137	£2,660,137	0 / 0
2020	£618,315	£375,590	£360,249	£2,430,727	£2,430,727	0 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Genetics Society

What does The Genetics Society do?

How much income did The Genetics Society report in 2024?

The Genetics Society reported total income of £530k and reported expenditure of £616k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Genetics Society?

The Genetics Society has a program ratio of 110.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Genetics Society registered as a charity?

The Genetics Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 May 1970 as charity number 261062. It has been registered for 56 years.

Who runs The Genetics Society?

The Genetics Society is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Genetics Society operate?

The Genetics Society operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Genetics Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Genetics Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261062.