The Jean Shanks Foundation
The advancement and promotion of medical research, education and the dissemination of results. The establishment, maintenance of scholarship grants, fellowships, research grants and prizes awarded to scientists and other persons engaged in medical research or related sciences.
Activities & Mission
The advancement and promotion of medical research, education and the dissemination of results. The establishment, maintenance of scholarship grants, fellowships, research grants and prizes awarded to scientists and other persons engaged in medical research or related sciences.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 42% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 273). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £609,405 | £576,819 | £485,135 | £29,123,652 | £23,123,652 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £666,320 | £1,150,069 | £1,067,162 | £28,833,794 | £28,833,794 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £493,526 | £663,572 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £467,086 | £643,291 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £357,084 | £952,446 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Jean Shanks Foundation
What does The Jean Shanks Foundation do?
The advancement and promotion of medical research, education and the dissemination of results. The establishment, maintenance of scholarship grants, fellowships, research grants and prizes awarded to scientists and other persons engaged in medical research or related sciences.
How much income did The Jean Shanks Foundation report in 2025?
The Jean Shanks Foundation reported total income of £609k and reported expenditure of £577k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Jean Shanks Foundation?
The Jean Shanks Foundation has a program ratio of 79.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 273 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Jean Shanks Foundation registered as a charity?
The Jean Shanks Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 November 1985 as charity number 293108. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Jean Shanks Foundation?
The Jean Shanks Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is ERIC WALTER ROTHBARTH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Jean Shanks Foundation operate?
The Jean Shanks Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Jean Shanks Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Jean Shanks Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 293108.
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PEPPARD COMMON
HENLEY-ON-THAMES
RG9 5LB
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