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The John Rae Trust

The trust supports ecological research and education at Buffelskloof Herbarium in Mpumalanga, South Africa (www.bknr.co.za). Situated in a pristine reserve of high forest and mountain grassland this offers a superb environment to study several rare, and increasingly endangered, richly diverse African ecosystems

Activities & Mission

The trust supports ecological research and education at Buffelskloof Herbarium in Mpumalanga, South Africa (www.bknr.co.za). Situated in a pristine reserve of high forest and mountain grassland this offers a superb environment to study several rare, and increasingly endangered, richly diverse African ecosystems

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
£6,248
Latest Expenditure
£9,042

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 144.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 144.7%
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 2022.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2022
£46,525
£21,7860 / 0
2021
£57,857
£10,6700 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The John Rae Trust

What does The John Rae Trust do?

The trust supports ecological research and education at Buffelskloof Herbarium in Mpumalanga, South Africa (www.bknr.co.za). Situated in a pristine reserve of high forest and mountain grassland this offers a superb environment to study several rare, and increasingly endangered, richly diverse African ecosystems

How much income did The John Rae Trust report in 2022?

The John Rae Trust reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The John Rae Trust registered as a charity?

The John Rae Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 2018 as charity number 1179803. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The John Rae Trust?

The John Rae Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr ANDREW RAE MA PHD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The John Rae Trust operate?

The John Rae Trust operates in South Africa, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The John Rae Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The John Rae Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179803.

Details

Address
WALBROOK HOUSE
WILCOT
PEWSEY
SN9 5NS
Website
JRTrust.org
Registration Date
4 September 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5116652
Charity Number
1179803

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Trustees

Dr ANDREW RAE MA PHD Chair
Dr Nicholas David Maurice
GEOFFREY HERBERT READ
JACK ALEXANDER PATRICK LACEY BA
PATRICIA MARY RAE MA
Professor ROBERT MALCOLM SIMMONS

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