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The Science Fiction Foundation

Also known as: The Friends of Foundation

Maintains and develops a science fiction research collection and library.Raises funds to support the Foundation Collection.Publishes the Journal Foundation: The International Review of Science Fiction.Organises and supports conferences for the furtherance of Science Fiction education.Publishes papers, pamphlets and books on the subject of Science Fiction.

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Activities & Mission

Maintains and develops a science fiction research collection and library.Raises funds to support the Foundation Collection.Publishes the Journal Foundation: The International Review of Science Fiction.Organises and supports conferences for the furtherance of Science Fiction education.Publishes papers, pamphlets and books on the subject of Science Fiction.

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
£9,969
Latest Expenditure
£8,740

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 87.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 87.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2022.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2022
£12,042
£8,2360 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Science Fiction Foundation

What does The Science Fiction Foundation do?

Maintains and develops a science fiction research collection and library.Raises funds to support the Foundation Collection.Publishes the Journal Foundation: The International Review of Science Fiction.Organises and supports conferences for the furtherance of Science Fiction education.Publishes papers, pamphlets and books on the subject of Science Fiction.

How much income did The Science Fiction Foundation report in 2022?

The Science Fiction Foundation reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Science Fiction Foundation registered as a charity?

The Science Fiction Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1994 as charity number 1041052. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs The Science Fiction Foundation?

The Science Fiction Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Shana Sandlin Worthen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Science Fiction Foundation operate?

The Science Fiction Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Science Fiction Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Science Fiction Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1041052.

Details

Address
28 ST. JOHNS ROAD
GUILDFORD
GU2 7UH
Registration Date
22 September 1994
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1041052
Charity Number
1041052

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Trustees

Dr Shana Sandlin Worthen Chair
Andrew Philip Sawyer
Charul Dinesh Palmer-Patel
JOHN CLUTE
Paul Dormer
SARAH ANNES BROWN
Also governs 1 other charity
Trevor Sloughter
Una Mary McCormack
William George Slocombe

Also Known As

  • The Friends of Foundation

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