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Thomson Reuters Foundation

Also known as: Reuters Foundation

We work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique services to drive systemic change. We believe that societies around the world should be free, fair and informed.

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Activities & Mission

We work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique services to drive systemic change. We believe that societies around the world should be free, fair and informed.

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.

Show all 14 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£22,678,000
Latest Expenditure
£22,472,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 97.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 98.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £12,242,000
Charitable Activities £10,034,000
Other Trading £0
Investments £3,000
Other Income £399,000

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £22,186,000
Raising Funds £286,000
Governance £0
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
£22,678,000
£22,472,000£22,186,000£9,315,000£5,621,000166 / 0
2023
£18,423,000
£19,055,000£18,989,000£9,107,000£6,956,000165 / 0
2022
£15,432,000
£15,980,000£15,804,000£9,740,000£8,257,000136 / 0
2021
£15,704,000
£13,457,000£13,298,000£10,298,000£10,298,000112 / 0
2020
£12,602,000
£11,391,000£11,282,000£8,050,000£6,764,000105 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Thomson Reuters Foundation

What does Thomson Reuters Foundation do?

We work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique services to drive systemic change. We believe that societies around the world should be free, fair and informed.

How much income did Thomson Reuters Foundation report in 2024?

Thomson Reuters Foundation reported total income of £22.68m and reported expenditure of £22.47m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Thomson Reuters Foundation registered as a charity?

Thomson Reuters Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 August 2000 as charity number 1082139. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Thomson Reuters Foundation?

Thomson Reuters Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAMES CLIFTON SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Thomson Reuters Foundation operate?

Thomson Reuters Foundation operates across 14 areas, including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and 11 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Thomson Reuters Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Thomson Reuters Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1082139.

Details

Address
Five Canada Square
Canary Wharf
LONDON
E14 5AQ
Registration Date
23 August 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3974372
Charity Number
1082139

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Trustees

JAMES CLIFTON SMITH Chair
BRIAN PECCARELLI
EILEEN LYNCH-SUSSAN
LAURA ANCELINA CLAYTON MCDONNELL
MARGARET MENDI NJONJO
MARY ALICE VUICIC
Ragunath Ramanathan
Vedat Can Yeginsu
VIVIAN SCHILLER

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Reuters Foundation

Data & trust

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