BRITISH SOCIETY FOR DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total reserves of £871,496, comprising £804,598 in unrestricted funds, which the trustees consider sufficient to operate for at least two years without significant income. The charity reported a surplus of £92,899 for the year, driven by investment gains and reduced expenditure on meetings, while maintaining a steady membership base.
What the accounts disclose
“The Society maintains sufficient reserves that it may operate for at least two years without any reduction in its charitable expenditure should the Society’s income decline significantly.” — page 6
“During the year, travel expenses and other meeting costs of £3,742 (2024: £162) were refunded to 1 (2024: 1) trustee.” — page 13
Trustees
- Professor Maria Anna Placzekchair
- Dr Thomas Ashley Bennett
- Dr Tristan Rodriguez
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £150k | £146k |
| 31/07/2024 | £385k | £341k |
| 31/07/2023 | £89k | £147k |
| 31/07/2022 | £73k | £147k |
| 31/07/2021 | £71k | £77k |
Common questions
Is BRITISH SOCIETY FOR DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity held total reserves of £871,496, comprising £804,598 in unrestricted funds, which the trustees consider sufficient to operate for at least two years without significant income. The charity reported a surplus of £92,899 for the year, driven by investment gains and reduced expenditure on meetings, while maintaining a steady membership base. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE COMPANY OF BIOLOGISTS | 2 | £178k |