The Rory Peck Trust
The principal objectives of the Trust are to support freelance newsgatherers and their families worldwide in times of need, and to promote their welfare and safety.
Activities & Mission
The principal objectives of the Trust are to support freelance newsgatherers and their families worldwide in times of need, and to promote their welfare and safety.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 9% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £923,994 | £839,619 | £566,705 | £497,972 | £256,262 | 10 / 9 |
| 2023 | £713,876 | £814,664 | £570,400 | £413,597 | £317,656 | 9 / 1 |
| 2022 | £800,356 | £857,965 | £613,347 | £514,385 | £418,308 | 10 / 3 |
| 2021 | £780,984 | £608,976 | £404,276 | £571,994 | £403,153 | 10 / 10 |
| 2020 | £752,085 | £526,150 | £379,188 | £399,986 | £335,971 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Rory Peck Trust
What does The Rory Peck Trust do?
The principal objectives of the Trust are to support freelance newsgatherers and their families worldwide in times of need, and to promote their welfare and safety.
How much income did The Rory Peck Trust report in 2024?
The Rory Peck Trust reported total income of £924k and reported expenditure of £840k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Rory Peck Trust?
The Rory Peck Trust has a program ratio of 61.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Rory Peck Trust registered as a charity?
The Rory Peck Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 1998 as charity number 1071844. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Rory Peck Trust?
The Rory Peck Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tira Shubart. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Rory Peck Trust operate?
The Rory Peck Trust operates across 47 areas, including Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus and 44 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Rory Peck Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Rory Peck Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1071844.
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