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York St John Students' Union

We aim to enhance the education of students at York St John University by:- 1) promoting the interests & welfare of students, representing, supporting & advising members; 2) being the recognised representative channel between students & the University; & 3) providing social, cultural, sporting & recreational activities & forums for discussions & debate for the personal development of its members

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Activities & Mission

We aim to enhance the education of students at York St John University by:- 1) promoting the interests & welfare of students, representing, supporting & advising members; 2) being the recognised representative channel between students & the University; & 3) providing social, cultural, sporting & recreational activities & forums for discussions & debate for the personal development of its members

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
£1,263,420
Latest Expenditure
£1,230,171

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 93.0%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 43% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 95.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 32% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 5.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 28% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £414,000
Charitable Activities £415,849
Other Trading £56,913
Investments £10,937
Other Income £365,721

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,174,364
Raising Funds £55,807
Governance £14,991
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,263,420
£1,230,171£1,174,364-£300,747£318,79217 / 350
2024
£1,256,196
£1,265,102£1,121,008-£333,996£300,70419 / 122
2023
£1,152,595
£1,108,375£1,060,226-£325,090£233,33720 / 250
2022
£1,142,851
£1,127,717£1,082,098-£429,298£226,34421 / 100
2021
£816,577
£796,811£754,179-£444,432£231,27216 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about York St John Students' Union

What does York St John Students' Union do?

We aim to enhance the education of students at York St John University by:- 1) promoting the interests & welfare of students, representing, supporting & advising members; 2) being the recognised representative channel between students & the University; & 3) providing social, cultural, sporting & recreational activities & forums for discussions & debate for the personal development of its members

How much income did York St John Students' Union report in 2025?

York St John Students' Union reported total income of £1.26m and reported expenditure of £1.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is York St John Students' Union?

York St John Students' Union has a program ratio of 93.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 43% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was York St John Students' Union registered as a charity?

York St John Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 2010 as charity number 1136905. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs York St John Students' Union?

York St John Students' Union is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Efosa Clifford Iyekekpolor. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does York St John Students' Union operate?

York St John Students' Union operates in City Of York, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is York St John Students' Union a registered charity?

Yes — York St John Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136905.

Details

Address
YORK ST. JOHN UNIVERSITY
LORD MAYORS WALK
YORK
YO31 7EX
Registration Date
15 July 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5010788
Charity Number
1136905

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Trustees

Efosa Clifford Iyekekpolor Chair
Aidan Marcus George Ovenden
Ann-Marie Esther Mafura
Anuoluwapo Ruth Okusanya
Charlotte Emily Burke
Daniel Peter Tinkler
Matthew Hunnybun
Also governs 2 other charities
Patric James Mewse
Robert Linton
Simon Crack

Sectors & Classifications

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