Question 1

What is the mission of ASHOKA UK?

Accepted Answer

Ashoka UK is the UK chapter of Ashoka: Innovators for the Public, a charity registered in the United States of America.  The objects of Ashoka UK are to relieve poverty and  sickness, preserve and protect health and advance education and promote the preservation of the environment for the public benefit particularly in developing countries by promoting the work of the organisation known as Ashoka.

Question 2

What is the financial size of ASHOKA UK?

Accepted Answer

ASHOKA UK is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £3,037,336 and total expenditure of £2,896,375.

Question 3

How does ASHOKA UK allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.2% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of ASHOKA UK?

Accepted Answer

ASHOKA UK employs 18 staff members and is supported by 2 volunteers.

Question 5

Does ASHOKA UK receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does ASHOKA UK pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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