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The Irish Genealogical Research Society

Also known as: Igrs

To promote and encourage the study of Irish genealogy and to collect books and manuscripts of genealogical value.Has a library of books and documents relating mainly to Irish Family History, currently in store. Materials can be retrieved upon request by members.Publishes some records relating to Irish Family History on Society's website.For details see the Society's website.

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Activities & Mission

To promote and encourage the study of Irish genealogy and to collect books and manuscripts of genealogical value.Has a library of books and documents relating mainly to Irish Family History, currently in store. Materials can be retrieved upon request by members.Publishes some records relating to Irish Family History on Society's website.For details see the Society's website.

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.

Show all 12 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£21,419
Latest Expenditure
£20,869

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 97.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 97.4%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£21,419
£20,8690 / 10
2023
£24,191
£30,2270 / 10
2022
£30,006
£35,4000 / 3
2021
£22,822
£22,5040 / 0
2020
£21,084
£20,0060 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Irish Genealogical Research Society

What does The Irish Genealogical Research Society do?

To promote and encourage the study of Irish genealogy and to collect books and manuscripts of genealogical value.Has a library of books and documents relating mainly to Irish Family History, currently in store. Materials can be retrieved upon request by members.Publishes some records relating to Irish Family History on Society's website.For details see the Society's website.

How much income did The Irish Genealogical Research Society report in 2024?

The Irish Genealogical Research Society reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Irish Genealogical Research Society registered as a charity?

The Irish Genealogical Research Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 August 1964 as charity number 235886. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Irish Genealogical Research Society?

The Irish Genealogical Research Society is governed by a board of 20 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEVEN CHARLES SMYRL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Irish Genealogical Research Society operate?

The Irish Genealogical Research Society operates across 12 areas, including Australia, Canada, Germany and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Irish Genealogical Research Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Irish Genealogical Research Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 235886.

Details

Address
18 STRATFORD AVENUE
GILLINGHAM
ME8 0EP
Registration Date
27 August 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
235886
Charity Number
235886

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Trustees

STEVEN CHARLES SMYRL Chair
Audrey Mac Cready
DAVID BUTLER PHD
EDWARD JOHN ROWLAND
James Boulden
JILL WILLIAMS
LINDA CLAYTON
MAIRE MACCONGHAIL
Mark Norman Graham Goold
Mary Teresa Casteleyn
Maureen Power
Nick Reddan
Paul Aloysius Gorry
PETER MANNING FIGRS
Peter Michael Quirk
Sharon Hintze
Also governs 1 other charity
Stephen Francis Doherty
STEVEN KEOGH
Also governs 1 other charity
Terence John Hatche
Thomas Murphy

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Igrs

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