Question 1

What is the mission of THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES?

Accepted Answer

The Institute of Development Studies is a leading global institution for development research, teaching and learning, and impact and communications, based at the University of Sussex.  IDS hosts numerous research clusters and postgraduate courses and a host of web-based knowledge services.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES?

Accepted Answer

THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £23,363,000 and total expenditure of £26,919,000.

Question 3

How does THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 86.5% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 13.5% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES?

Accepted Answer

THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES employs 250 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 24.4% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES 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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