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The Runnymede Trust

Runnymede is the leading independent think-tank on race equality and race relations in the UK. We generate intelligence for a multi-ethnic Britain through research, network building, leading debate, and policy engagement. Runnymede is working to build a Britain in which all citizens feel valued, enjoy equal opportunities, lead fulfilling lives, and share a common sense of belonging.

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Activities & Mission

Runnymede is the leading independent think-tank on race equality and race relations in the UK. We generate intelligence for a multi-ethnic Britain through research, network building, leading debate, and policy engagement. Runnymede is working to build a Britain in which all citizens feel valued, enjoy equal opportunities, lead fulfilling lives, and share a common sense of belonging.

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
£986,439
Latest Expenditure
£1,493,377

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 147.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 97% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 97.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 42% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 6.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 28% 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

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £152,004
Charitable Activities £785,150
Other Trading £0
Investments £43,785
Other Income £5,500

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,451,200
Raising Funds £42,177
Governance £57,549
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£986,439
£1,493,377£1,451,200£1,681,060£1,229,01124 / 0
2023
£1,124,820
£1,375,188£1,308,383£2,187,998£1,406,89323 / 0
2022
£1,934,631
£1,086,760£1,056,932£2,350,866£1,472,44820 / 0
2021
£1,145,088
£772,929£772,929£1,502,994£79,25114 / 0
2020
£1,342,003
£448,566£448,566£1,130,835£79,2418 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Runnymede Trust

What does The Runnymede Trust do?

Runnymede is the leading independent think-tank on race equality and race relations in the UK. We generate intelligence for a multi-ethnic Britain through research, network building, leading debate, and policy engagement. Runnymede is working to build a Britain in which all citizens feel valued, enjoy equal opportunities, lead fulfilling lives, and share a common sense of belonging.

How much income did The Runnymede Trust report in 2024?

The Runnymede Trust reported total income of £986k and reported expenditure of £1.49m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Runnymede Trust?

The Runnymede Trust has a program ratio of 147.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% 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 Runnymede Trust registered as a charity?

The Runnymede Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 July 1997 as charity number 1063609. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs The Runnymede Trust?

The Runnymede Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Runnymede Trust operate?

The Runnymede Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England.

Is The Runnymede Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Runnymede Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063609.

Details

Address
BK 207
Brickfields
37 Cremer St
London
Registration Date
25 July 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3941309
Charity Number
1063609

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Trustees

Dame Donna Kinnair
Dr Aaron Winter
Dr Iyiola Solanke
Farah Elahi
Kafui Tay
Lai-Har Cheung
Maya Goodfellow
Patricia Hamzahee OBE FRSA
Rosemarie Paul
Victoria Wright

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