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University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students

We operate on democratic principles and students are represented by our Members Democratic Process. We provide services such as Student Advice; Jobs, Skills and Volunteering; Student Groups; Hall Reps; Student Voice; Mentor Scheme; Community Wardens; Venues and marketing services. We campaign on student related local, national and international issues and also support work of the NUS.

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Activities & Mission

We operate on democratic principles and students are represented by our Members Democratic Process. We provide services such as Student Advice; Jobs, Skills and Volunteering; Student Groups; Hall Reps; Student Voice; Mentor Scheme; Community Wardens; Venues and marketing services. We campaign on student related local, national and international issues and also support work of the NUS.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£7,910,104
Latest Expenditure
£7,661,944

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 93.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 96.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 5.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,964,732
Charitable Activities £2,723,055
Other Trading £112,034
Investments £100,482
Other Income £9,801

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £7,360,429
Raising Funds £224,654
Governance £198,811
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £76,861

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£7,910,104
£7,661,944£7,360,429£325,573£0344 / 5526
2024
£7,650,081
£7,403,731£6,926,764£77,413£0331 / 4929
2023
£7,315,181
£6,470,425£6,008,581-£168,937£0328 / 4631
2022
£6,740,167
£5,369,044£5,173,634-£1,013,693£0345 / 3306
2021
£4,404,267
£3,982,672£3,807,243-£2,384,816£0251 / 4153

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students

What does University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students do?

We operate on democratic principles and students are represented by our Members Democratic Process. We provide services such as Student Advice; Jobs, Skills and Volunteering; Student Groups; Hall Reps; Student Voice; Mentor Scheme; Community Wardens; Venues and marketing services. We campaign on student related local, national and international issues and also support work of the NUS.

How much income did University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students report in 2025?

University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students reported total income of £7.91m and reported expenditure of £7.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students registered as a charity?

University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 August 2010 as charity number 1137548. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students?

University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ruth Susan Pipkin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students operate?

University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students a registered charity?

Yes — University Of Birmingham Guild Of Students is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137548.

Details

Address
EDGBASTON PARK ROAD
BIRMINGHAM
WEST MIDLANDS
B15 2TU
Registration Date
19 August 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5010510
Charity Number
1137548

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Trustees

Ruth Susan Pipkin Chair
Abhijeet Patel
Christopher Tony Luck
Dr Mark Andrew Price
Helen Stone
Jacob Lucien Dyke
Michael Daniel Brown
Nyamesumpa Abbey
Oliver Daniel Ashton
Penelope Jane Hackett
Professor Neil Anthony Hanley
Also governs 1 other charity
Sean Mitchell Ryan
Simone Elizabeth Hawley
Tenisha Sangha
Umar Sabir

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30 July 2026
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