Transparency
Transparency
kWe publish full details of all donations, including the name of the donor, the amount given, any contracts we sign, and a breakdown of every penny of spending. We also disclose any individual or organisation that has sponsored or commissioned our work and clearly label this on our work.
This level of transparency is essential for building public trust, ensuring our research remains credible, and ensuring that our relationships with funders are fully understood.
of our donations are publicly listed
of our spending is publicly available
of our contracts and invoices are public
of sponsored or commissioned content is clearly labelled
of our funding goes directly into our work and staff
of our donations are publicly listed
of our spending is publicly available
of our contracts and invoices are public
of sponsored or commissioned content is clearly labelled
of our funding goes directly into our work and staff
Visualisations
We have interactive charts so that anyone can easily access our income sources and spending.
Income
This time-lapse shows our income over time, including the sources of income.
Spending
This time-lapse shows our spending over time, including where funding has been used.
Large Donations
Below are all of the larger donations we have received. The list includes donations of over £500 from individuals and Directors, all donations from organisations, and any project it was a part of. For all of our transparency information, our annual reports include a complete record of all donations, regardless of the amount.
Garvin Brown commissioned a paper on think tank transparency.
Dignity in Dying commissioned a paper examining the Australian system of assisted dying.
Dignity in Dying sponsored an event focused on assisted dying.
Donations from a Director.
Donations from a Director.
The True and Fair Party led by Gina Miller commissioned a paper on closing tax loopholes. The True and Fair Party is led by Gina Miller.
Andrew Dixon donated to support the establishment of our society at Aberystwyth University.
Upcycled Medical Limited commissioned stakeholder mapping the views of Members of Parliament on health and environmental policies for a sustainability campaign.
Excluded Unity Alliance commissioned a paper proposing a new scheme for individuals excluded from pandemic income support.
Donation to support our work with no restrictions on the use of the donation. This donation was originally given to Liberals for EFTA from EFTA4UK. When Liberals for EFTA merged with Centre Think Tank, this money was also donated to Centre Think Tank with permission from EFTA4UK.
Previous donors
We collaborate with donors on a range of projects, including commissioned policy papers, events, and support for our branches. Some donors contribute as individuals, while others lead or represent organisations that have financially supported our work.
Garvin Brown
Former Chairman of the Brown-Forman Corp
Garvin Brown is a retired executive and former Chairman of his family's drinks business, Brown-Forman Corp. He is also a Venture Partner at Ascension, an early-stage VC fund, and a Senior Advisor at Ispahani Advisory, advising family businesses on corporate governance.
Gina Miller
Leader and Founder of the True and Fair Party
Gina is the Leader of the True and Fair Party and was the True and Fair Party Parliamentary Candidate for Epsom and Ewell in 2024. She also co-founded the investment company SCM Direct and founded the True and Fair Campaign, which drafted text in three EU Directives to improve consumer protection and transparency. She also won two legal challenges against the UK Government in 2017 and 2019, most famously during the Brexit negotiations.
Garvin Brown
Former Chairman of the Brown-Forman Corp
Garvin Brown is a retired executive and former Chairman of his family's drinks business, Brown-Forman Corp. He is also a Venture Partner at Ascension, an early-stage VC fund, and a Senior Advisor at Ispahani Advisory, advising family businesses on corporate governance.
Gina Miller
Leader and Founder of the True and Fair Party
Gina is the Leader of the True and Fair Party and was the True and Fair Party Parliamentary Candidate for Epsom and Ewell in 2024. She also co-founded the investment company SCM Direct and founded the True and Fair Campaign, which drafted text in three EU Directives to improve consumer protection and transparency. She also won two legal challenges against the UK Government in 2017 and 2019, most famously during the Brexit negotiations.
Reports and Rules
Below are our annual reports and transparency guidelines. Our yearly reports outline our income, including a detailed breakdown of membership donations, expenditure, upcoming campaigns, membership numbers, and social media engagement.
External transparency
Grade A for transparency from Open Democracy
Open Think Tank Directory
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