The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation
1. Adavancement of education of the public 2. Relief of poverty3. Promotion and furtherance of education and research concerning history, geography, culture, arts, music, literature, language, industries and economy of Romania and Romanian people4. Publishing the results of any such research at the discretion of the Trustees5. Relief of Romanian refugees in the United Kingdom
Activities & Mission
1. Adavancement of education of the public 2. Relief of poverty3. Promotion and furtherance of education and research concerning history, geography, culture, arts, music, literature, language, industries and economy of Romania and Romanian people4. Publishing the results of any such research at the discretion of the Trustees5. Relief of Romanian refugees in the United Kingdom
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £468,712 | £456,372 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £968,975 | £460,344 | £394,895 | £1,117,434 | £1,116,800 | 0 / 3 |
| 2022 | £902,311 | £510,823 | £451,375 | £608,803 | £608,169 | 0 / 3 |
| 2021 | £359,064 | £341,462 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2020 | £330,658 | £316,687 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation
What does The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation do?
1. Adavancement of education of the public 2. Relief of poverty3. Promotion and furtherance of education and research concerning history, geography, culture, arts, music, literature, language, industries and economy of Romania and Romanian people4. Publishing the results of any such research at the discretion of the Trustees5. Relief of Romanian refugees in the United Kingdom
How much income did The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation report in 2024?
The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation reported total income of £469k and reported expenditure of £456k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation?
The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation has a program ratio of 40.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?
The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 1979 as charity number 278286. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation?
The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is NICOLAE CHRISTOPHER RATIU. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation operate?
The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation operates across 3 areas: Romania, United States and London.
Is The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Ratiu Family Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278286.
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