the rationalist association

The charity supports the general public. The Rationalist Association is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by carrying out other charitable activities. The charity is based in London and operates in England.

This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

We exist to promote rational inquiry in place of doctrine, and to encourage ethical living free from supernatural beliefs. We do our advocacy through publishing via a website and publication of the quarterly print magazine New Humanist.

Fundraising

See where The Rationalist Association is active and find local fundraising opportunities.

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£145,701

Latest Expenditure

£240,683

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 25.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 99.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 2.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,003,145

Charitable Activities £84,250

Other Trading £0

Investments £38,194

Other Income £1,737

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £281,976

Raising Funds £1,060

Governance £5,876

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2023	£145,701	£240,683				0 / 0
2022	£149,352	£239,160				0 / 0
2021	£176,828	£221,738				0 / 0
2020	£106,503	£215,195				0 / 0
2019	£1,127,326	£283,036	£281,976	£1,636,032	£1,504,127	1 / 0