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The Trans-Antarctic Association

Grants for research and development activities and presentation and publication of associated scientific reports relating to the Antarctic region of the earth.

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Activities & Mission

Grants for research and development activities and presentation and publication of associated scientific reports relating to the Antarctic region of the earth.

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
£13,694
Latest Expenditure
£13,355

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 97.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 97.5%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£13,694
£13,3550 / 0
2023
£13,678
£15,0310 / 0
2022
£12,531
£7,8050 / 0
2021
£12,636
£9,3640 / 0
2020
£13,521
£10,8320 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Trans-Antarctic Association

What does The Trans-Antarctic Association do?

Grants for research and development activities and presentation and publication of associated scientific reports relating to the Antarctic region of the earth.

How much income did The Trans-Antarctic Association report in 2024?

The Trans-Antarctic Association reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Trans-Antarctic Association registered as a charity?

The Trans-Antarctic Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 1962 as charity number 205773. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs The Trans-Antarctic Association?

The Trans-Antarctic Association is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr JOHN RICHARD SHEARS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Trans-Antarctic Association operate?

The Trans-Antarctic Association operates across 2 areas: New Zealand and England.

Is The Trans-Antarctic Association a registered charity?

Yes — The Trans-Antarctic Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205773.

Details

Address
PETERS ELWORTHY & MOORE
SALISBURY HOUSE
2-3 SALISBURY VILLAS
CAMBRIDGE
CB1 2LA
Registration Date
9 May 1962
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
205773
Charity Number
205773

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Trustees

Dr JOHN RICHARD SHEARS Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr James Smith
Dr JULIAN GERALD PAREN
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Vanessa Clare Bowman
PROF A CLARKE
Also governs 1 other charity

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