University Of Southampton Students' Union
Promoting the interests and welfare of members at the University of Southampton representing, supporting and advising members being the recognised representative channel between members and the University and others providing social, cultural, sporting activities and forums for discussions and debate for its members; involving members in their wider community and raising funds for other charities.
Activities & Mission
Promoting the interests and welfare of members at the University of Southampton representing, supporting and advising members being the recognised representative channel between members and the University and others providing social, cultural, sporting activities and forums for discussions and debate for its members; involving members in their wider community and raising funds for other charities.
Grants
University Of Southampton Students' Union makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £7,670,087
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science, amateur sport, economic or community development and employment, human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity, recreation and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £7,559,738 | £7,670,087 | £7,670,087 | £1,208,236 | £449,307 | 188 / 4000 |
| 2024 | £7,556,992 | £7,572,085 | £7,572,085 | £1,318,585 | £759,061 | 195 / 10000 |
| 2023 | £6,847,493 | £7,143,088 | £7,143,088 | £1,333,678 | £789,770 | 166 / 9000 |
| 2022 | £6,315,255 | £5,588,886 | £5,588,886 | £1,629,273 | £1,166,230 | 158 / 10000 |
| 2021 | £3,594,831 | £3,618,416 | £3,618,416 | £902,904 | £521,287 | 122 / 500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University Of Southampton Students' Union
What does University Of Southampton Students' Union do?
Promoting the interests and welfare of members at the University of Southampton representing, supporting and advising members being the recognised representative channel between members and the University and others providing social, cultural, sporting activities and forums for discussions and debate for its members; involving members in their wider community and raising funds for other charities.
How much income did University Of Southampton Students' Union report in 2025?
University Of Southampton Students' Union reported total income of £7.56m and reported expenditure of £7.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was University Of Southampton Students' Union registered as a charity?
University Of Southampton Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 August 2012 as charity number 1148683. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs University Of Southampton Students' Union?
University Of Southampton Students' Union is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Anderson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University Of Southampton Students' Union operate?
University Of Southampton Students' Union operates across 3 areas: Hampshire, Isle Of Wight and Southampton City.
Is University Of Southampton Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — University Of Southampton Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148683.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated