The Spectris Foundation
Advancing education in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM subjects) inparticular with the aim of increasing diversity in STEM subjects and improving representation of underprivileged students. Operating internationally in the UK, the United States, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, China, Brazil, South Korea, Japan, India and other jurisdictions in which a grant would be beneficial.
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Advancing education in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM subjects) inparticular with the aim of increasing diversity in STEM subjects and improving representation of underprivileged students. Operating internationally in the UK, the United States, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, China, Brazil, South Korea, Japan, India and other jurisdictions in which a grant would be beneficial.
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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 8% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 43% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 | £2,381,657 | £1,111,810 | £1,044,059 | £16,794,163 | £690,497 | 1 / 81 |
| 2023 | £493,235 | £1,029,470 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £15,312,006 | £749,540 | £693,723 | £13,775,714 | £618,283 | 1 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Spectris Foundation
What does The Spectris Foundation do?
Advancing education in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM subjects) inparticular with the aim of increasing diversity in STEM subjects and improving representation of underprivileged students. Operating internationally in the UK, the United States, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, China, Brazil, South Korea, Japan, India and other jurisdictions in which a grant would be beneficial.
How much income did The Spectris Foundation report in 2024?
The Spectris Foundation reported total income of £2.38m and reported expenditure of £1.11m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Spectris Foundation?
The Spectris Foundation has a program ratio of 43.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Spectris Foundation registered as a charity?
The Spectris Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 July 2021 as charity number 1195233. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Spectris Foundation?
The Spectris Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew James Heath. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Spectris Foundation operate?
The Spectris Foundation operates across 41 areas, including Australia, Austria, Belgium and 38 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Spectris Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Spectris Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195233.
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