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The George Drexler Foundation

Also known as: The George Drexler-Ofrex Foundation

The Charity was established in 1959 by the late George Drexler and exists for such charitable purposes connected with the advancement of education or with the relief of poverty for the families of such persons and amongst former employees of the Ofrex Group and their families and makes awards for these purposes.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity was established in 1959 by the late George Drexler and exists for such charitable purposes connected with the advancement of education or with the relief of poverty for the families of such persons and amongst former employees of the Ofrex Group and their families and makes awards for these purposes.

Grants

The George Drexler Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£313,834
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£274,548
Latest Expenditure
£313,834

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 114.3%
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
£274,548
£313,8340 / 0
2024
£278,945
£337,6240 / 0
2023
£254,482
£341,1470 / 0
2022
£295,202
£323,5760 / 0
2021
£248,174
£276,5880 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The George Drexler Foundation

What does The George Drexler Foundation do?

The Charity was established in 1959 by the late George Drexler and exists for such charitable purposes connected with the advancement of education or with the relief of poverty for the families of such persons and amongst former employees of the Ofrex Group and their families and makes awards for these purposes.

How much income did The George Drexler Foundation report in 2025?

The George Drexler Foundation reported total income of £275k and reported expenditure of £314k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The George Drexler Foundation registered as a charity?

The George Drexler Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 March 1967 as charity number 313278. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs The George Drexler Foundation?

The George Drexler Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is LEONTINE MEGAN DRESHER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The George Drexler Foundation operate?

The George Drexler Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The George Drexler Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The George Drexler Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313278.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
20 March 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
313278
Charity Number
313278

Trustees

LEONTINE MEGAN DRESHER Chair
LEELA KAPILA OBE FRCS
MICHAEL ALAN EDGAR FRCS
Nicola Extance-Vaughan

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The George Drexler-Ofrex Foundation

Data & trust

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