The Ove Arup Foundation
The advancement of education of the public, directed towards the promotion, furtherance and dissemination of knowledge of matters associated with the built environment with some emphasis on the multi-disciplinary nature of design in engineering and architecture in the United Kingdom or in any other part of the world as the trustees in their discretion think fit.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of education of the public, directed towards the promotion, furtherance and dissemination of knowledge of matters associated with the built environment with some emphasis on the multi-disciplinary nature of design in engineering and architecture in the United Kingdom or in any other part of the world as the trustees in their discretion think fit.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 66% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 396). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 93% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £318,860 | £246,445 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £509,385 | £508,871 | £508,871 | £6,348,624 | £1,744,525 | 0 / 4 |
| 2023 | £502,510 | £483,304 | £483,304 | £5,863,745 | £1,555,618 | 0 / 6 |
| 2022 | £479,547 | £442,629 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £588,078 | £242,834 | £242,834 | £5,722,915 | £2,115,774 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ove Arup Foundation
What does The Ove Arup Foundation do?
The advancement of education of the public, directed towards the promotion, furtherance and dissemination of knowledge of matters associated with the built environment with some emphasis on the multi-disciplinary nature of design in engineering and architecture in the United Kingdom or in any other part of the world as the trustees in their discretion think fit.
How much income did The Ove Arup Foundation report in 2025?
The Ove Arup Foundation reported total income of £319k and reported expenditure of £246k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ove Arup Foundation?
The Ove Arup Foundation has a program ratio of 99.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 396 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ove Arup Foundation registered as a charity?
The Ove Arup Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 1989 as charity number 328138. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Ove Arup Foundation?
The Ove Arup Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is GREGORY HODKINSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ove Arup Foundation operate?
The Ove Arup Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ove Arup Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Ove Arup Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 328138.
Details
8 FITZROY STREET
LONDON
W1T 4BJ
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