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The Parachute Regimental Association

To promote the efficiency of the Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces To relieve either generally or individually persons who are serving or who have served in The Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress.The commemoration and remembrance of those members of Airborne Forces who have died while on active service

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Activities & Mission

To promote the efficiency of the Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces To relieve either generally or individually persons who are serving or who have served in The Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress.The commemoration and remembrance of those members of Airborne Forces who have died while on active service

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
£84,360
Latest Expenditure
£96,961

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 114.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 114.9%
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
£84,360
£96,9610 / 0
2023
£87,737
£104,4420 / 0
2022
£108,005
£153,8180 / 0
2021
£131,318
£80,8570 / 0
2020
£85,229
£77,4410 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Parachute Regimental Association

What does The Parachute Regimental Association do?

To promote the efficiency of the Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces To relieve either generally or individually persons who are serving or who have served in The Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress.The commemoration and remembrance of those members of Airborne Forces who have died while on active service

How much income did The Parachute Regimental Association report in 2024?

The Parachute Regimental Association reported total income of £84k and reported expenditure of £97k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Parachute Regimental Association registered as a charity?

The Parachute Regimental Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 June 1963 as charity number 214015. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs The Parachute Regimental Association?

The Parachute Regimental Association is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is LT COL Liam Cradden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Parachute Regimental Association operate?

The Parachute Regimental Association operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Parachute Regimental Association a registered charity?

Yes — The Parachute Regimental Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 214015.

Details

Address
Merville Barracks
Post Room
Circular Road South
Colchester
CO2 7UT
Registration Date
25 June 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
214015
Charity Number
214015

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Trustees

LT COL Liam Cradden Chair
Anthony Ellis
Brian Black
Christopher Brooksbank
Christopher Jackson
David Singletary
JOHN WILSON
Kevin Eaton
Michael Farrington
PAUL BRYANT
Also governs 1 other charity
Terence Wood
VICTOR THORN

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