The Royal Academy Of Engineering
We deliver public benefit from excellence in engineering and technology.Our vision: Engineering and technology in the service of societyOur role: We create and lead a community of outstanding experts and innovators to engineer better lives.Our goals: Enabling a sustainable and innovative economy, harnessing technology to improve lives, and building an engineering community fit for the future
Activities & Mission
We deliver public benefit from excellence in engineering and technology.Our vision: Engineering and technology in the service of societyOur role: We create and lead a community of outstanding experts and innovators to engineer better lives.Our goals: Enabling a sustainable and innovative economy, harnessing technology to improve lives, and building an engineering community fit for the future
Grants
The Royal Academy Of Engineering is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2026)
- £30,173,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and economic or community development and employment
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £61,035,000 | £62,211,000 | £59,600,000 | £232,801,000 | £6,562,000 | 251 / 700 |
| 2025 | £71,805,000 | £67,805,000 | £65,460,000 | £224,390,000 | £5,006,000 | 247 / 700 |
| 2024 | £208,155,000 | £60,289,000 | £58,440,000 | £220,143,000 | £5,133,000 | 212 / 800 |
| 2023 | £57,124,235 | £57,622,139 | £55,924,047 | £66,819,148 | £2,444,000 | 169 / 700 |
| 2022 | £48,274,103 | £48,846,187 | £47,523,849 | £70,663,766 | £4,144,000 | 154 / 580 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Academy Of Engineering
What does The Royal Academy Of Engineering do?
We deliver public benefit from excellence in engineering and technology.Our vision: Engineering and technology in the service of societyOur role: We create and lead a community of outstanding experts and innovators to engineer better lives.Our goals: Enabling a sustainable and innovative economy, harnessing technology to improve lives, and building an engineering community fit for the future
How much income did The Royal Academy Of Engineering report in 2026?
The Royal Academy Of Engineering reported total income of £61.03m and reported expenditure of £62.21m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Academy Of Engineering registered as a charity?
The Royal Academy Of Engineering was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 November 1985 as charity number 293074. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Royal Academy Of Engineering?
The Royal Academy Of Engineering is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Academy Of Engineering operate?
The Royal Academy Of Engineering operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The Royal Academy Of Engineering a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Academy Of Engineering is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 293074.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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