University Of Edinburgh Development Trust
Latest income
£25.2m
Latest spending
£23.7m
Accounts read
FY2025
Form
Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)
Financial health, per FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income increased to £40.627 million, driven by a large multi-year pledge, resulting in a net surplus of £2.278 million. Unrestricted reserves stood at £0.954 million, while the charity holds significant cash balances managed by the University. The trustees report no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
Related-party transaction: The University of Edinburgh USA Development Trust Inc. donated £1,191,084 to the Trust.
“In 2023/24 the Trustees of The University of Edinburgh USA Development Trust Inc. donated £1,191,084 (2022/23: £1,605,879) to The University of Edinburgh Development Trust to fund a range of projects across the University.”
Per FY2025 accounts as filed with OSCR.
Related-party transaction: Trustees and senior managers donated £6,920 to the Trust.
“In 2023/24 the Trustees of The University of Edinburgh USA Development Trust Inc. donated £1,191,084 (2022/23: £1,605,879) to The University of Edinburgh Development Trust to fund a range of projects across the University.”
Per FY2025 accounts as filed with OSCR.
Employees paid over £60,000: 0
Per FY2025 accounts as filed with OSCR.
Largest income source: Donations (73% of income)
“In 2023/24 the Trust received donations (excluding legacies) greater than £50,000 from 26 individuals and organisations. These totalled £29.410 million or 72.5% of total income.”
Per FY2025 accounts as filed with OSCR.
Independent examiner: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Per FY2025 accounts as filed with OSCR.