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'It carries out activities or services itself' 'the advancement of health','the saving of lives','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage' To provide assistance to victims of armed conflicts. To work for the improvement of health for the prevention of disease and for the prevention and alleviation of human suffering in the British Islands and throughout the world.
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GiveRadar's verified records show The British Red Cross Society with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including OSCR.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 24,233 health charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar holds 5 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 41 is below most of the 28,401 health charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- leadership details (present for 82% of comparable organizations)
- third-party accreditation
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe British Red Cross Society is a registered health nonprofit in United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2007 and has been operating for 19 years. Its registration number is SC037738. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 41/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £287M in annual revenue.
The British Red Cross Society's official registration number is SC037738, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
The British Red Cross Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 41 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
The British Red Cross Society is based in Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2007 and has been active for 19 years.
Based on official tax filings, The British Red Cross Society has £287M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The British Red Cross Society is classified as a Health organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Statutory Corporation. It has £287M in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, The British Red Cross Society is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
'It carries out activities or services itself' 'the advancement of health','the saving of lives','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage' To provide assistance to victims of armed conflicts. To work for the improvement of health for the prevention of disease and for the prevention and alleviation of human suffering in the British Islands and throughout the world. The British Red Cross Society is classified as a health organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2007.
Among health charities registered in United Kingdom: Its annual revenue of £287M is well above the peer average of £1M.
You can verify The British Red Cross Society in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
You can donate to The British Red Cross Society directly through its donation page (https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/general-fund-appeal). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Donations to The British Red Cross Society are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
The British Red Cross Society was first registered in 2007, making it approximately 19 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
Filing history
5 years on file from oscr (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
The British Red Cross Society is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
The British Red Cross Society is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
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Latest news
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Supporting the British Red Cross to build resilience to extreme heat - metoffice.gov.uk
British Red Cross Caseworker from Wandsworth, London recognised in 2026 King’s Birthday Honours List - London Post
Former Saga marketing chief nets British Red Cross role - DecisionMarketing
Private sector marketing chief takes top fundraising role at the British Red Cross - Third Sector
Who’s Moving: Queen Elizabeth Trust, Green Alliance, British Red Cross and more - Civil Society Media
Former Saga customer chief joins British Red Cross - Marketing Week
Green Party leader admits he wrongly described himself as a British Red Cross spokesman - Third Sector
Zack Polanski falsely claimed to be British Red Cross spokesperson, charity says - The Guardian
Currys renews support for British Red Cross Disaster Fund for third consecutive year - Currys PLC
Who’s Moving: British Red Cross, Islamic Relief Worldwide, Humanists UK and more - Civil Society Media
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
- Financial filings
- Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
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What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2007
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The British Red Cross Society
- What is The British Red Cross Society?
- The British Red Cross Society is a health statutory corporation, United Kingdom. 'It carries out activities or services itself' 'the advancement of health','the saving of lives','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage' To provide assistance to victims of armed conflicts. To work for the improvement of health for the prevention of disease and for the prevention and alleviation of human suffering in the British Islands and throughout the world.
- When was The British Red Cross Society founded?
- The British Red Cross Society was founded in 2007.
- Where is The British Red Cross Society located?
- Headquartered in Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is The British Red Cross Society's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £100M-£1B.
- Is The British Red Cross Society trustworthy?
- The British Red Cross Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 41 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is The British Red Cross Society's registration number?
- Registration: SC037738 (United Kingdom).
- What is The British Red Cross Society's website?
- https://www.redcross.org.uk
- Are donations to The British Red Cross Society tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.