THE CAMBRIDGE CRYSTALLOGRAPHIC DATA CENTRE
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £444,861 for the year ended 31 December 2024, driven by a shortfall in revenue growth and increased staff costs including redundancy packages. Despite this deficit and a net current liability position, the trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue as a going concern, supported by an investment portfolio valued at £7.5 million and free reserves of £6.3 million.
What the accounts disclose
“In the band £310,001 - £320,000” — page 54
“At the end of 2024, CCDC’s free reserve was £6,282k (2023: £5,735k). This is equivalent to approximately 60% of 2025 budgeted costs.” — page 23
“The provision of management services by the Charity to the company of £190,224 (2023: £113,389). The transfer under deed of covenant of the trading profits of CCDC Services Limited to the Charity of £421,153 (2023: £375,887). At the year end a balance of £397,382 (2023: £489,276) was owed to the Charity by CCDC Services Limited.” — page 70
“The provision of a sales office and related services by the company to the Charity of £947,781 (2023: £1,014,445). At the year end a balance of £61,644 (2023: £67,162) was due to CCDC Inc by the Charity.” — page 70
“The provision of management services by the Charity to the company of £190,224 (2023: £113,389). The transfer under deed of covenant of the trading profits of CCDC Services Limited to the Charity of £421,153 (2023: £375,887). At the year end a balance of £397,382 (2023: £489,276) was owed to the Charity by CCDC Services Limited.” — page 70
“The provision of a sales office and related services by the company to the Charity of £947,781 (2023: £1,014,445). At the year end a balance of £61,644 (2023: £67,162) was due to CCDC Inc by the Charity.” — page 70
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Trustees
- Dr Nigel Aaron Pitchfordchair
- Anita de Waard
- Dr Per Ola Karl Engkvist
- Dr Ye Li
- Professor Jennifer Louise Martin
- Professor Jonathan Michael Goodman
- Professor Susan Ann Bourne
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £9.9m | £10.8m |
| 31/12/2023 | £9.7m | £7.8m |
| 31/12/2022 | £8.4m | £6.1m |
| 31/12/2021 | £7.8m | £11.2m |
| 31/12/2020 | £7.2m | £6.6m |
Common questions
Is THE CAMBRIDGE CRYSTALLOGRAPHIC DATA CENTRE financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £444,861 for the year ended 31 December 2024, driven by a shortfall in revenue growth and increased staff costs including redundancy packages. Despite this deficit and a net current liability position, the trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue as a going concern, supported by an investment portfolio valued at £7.5 million and free reserves of £6.3 million. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by MHA.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE CAMBRIDGE CRYSTALLOGRAPHIC DATA CENTRE earn?
Per its FY2024 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £310,001 - £320,000 band.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| DENISE COATES FOUNDATION | 1 | £4.9m |
| THE THOMPSON FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £501k |
| THE JORON CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £190k |
| Aruna and Ambika Paul Foundation | 1 | £100k |
| JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION LIMITED | 1 | £38k |
| THE ALAN AND SHEILA DIAMOND CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £30k |
| THE COLT FOUNDATION | 1 | £13k |