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The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge

To advance the education of the public in Commonwealth Studies. To support research into all aspects of the Commonwealth and related subjects, and to disseminate the useful results of such research.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public in Commonwealth Studies. To support research into all aspects of the Commonwealth and related subjects, and to disseminate the useful results of such research.

Grants

The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£187,287
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training

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
£86,971
Latest Expenditure
£187,287

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 265.4%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £500,000
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £7,981
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,348,180
Raising Funds £0
Governance £19,074
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£86,971
£187,2870 / 0
2024
£310,633
£538,4970 / 0
2023
£414,533
£404,4620 / 0
2022
£507,981
£1,348,180£1,348,180£371,969£100,0002 / 0
2021
£506,613
£333,751£333,751£1,214,713£500,0002 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge

What does The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge do?

To advance the education of the public in Commonwealth Studies. To support research into all aspects of the Commonwealth and related subjects, and to disseminate the useful results of such research.

How much income did The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge report in 2025?

The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge reported total income of £87k and reported expenditure of £187k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge registered as a charity?

The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2018 as charity number 1179724. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge?

The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Gordon Johnson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge operate?

The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge operates across 3 areas: India, Malaysia and England And Wales.

Is The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge a registered charity?

Yes — The Malaysian Commonwealth Studies Centre In Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179724.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
29 August 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5128252
Charity Number
1179724

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Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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