Bfi Trust
Encourage the development of the arts of film, television and the moving image throughout the UK. To promote education about film, television and the moving image generally, and their impact on society. To establish, care for and develop collections reflecting the moving image history and heritage of the UK. In particular to support the work of the British Film Institute.
Activities & Mission
Encourage the development of the arts of film, television and the moving image throughout the UK. To promote education about film, television and the moving image generally, and their impact on society. To establish, care for and develop collections reflecting the moving image history and heritage of the UK. In particular to support the work of the British Film Institute.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 50% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 62% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 56% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,990,670 | £1,848,152 | £1,810,698 | £56,809,672 | £3,967,672 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,134,194 | £1,701,676 | £1,670,487 | £57,502,071 | £3,592,071 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,930,955 | £10,019,620 | £10,019,620 | £58,307,125 | £2,639,371 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,848,576 | £1,906,692 | £1,906,692 | £65,028,036 | £10,385,536 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,865,545 | £2,236,037 | £2,236,037 | £66,252,733 | £10,443,652 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bfi Trust
What does Bfi Trust do?
Encourage the development of the arts of film, television and the moving image throughout the UK. To promote education about film, television and the moving image generally, and their impact on society. To establish, care for and develop collections reflecting the moving image history and heritage of the UK. In particular to support the work of the British Film Institute.
How much income did Bfi Trust report in 2025?
Bfi Trust reported total income of £1.99m and reported expenditure of £1.85m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bfi Trust?
Bfi Trust has a program ratio of 91.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bfi Trust registered as a charity?
Bfi Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 March 2011 as charity number 1140833. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Bfi Trust?
Bfi Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bfi Trust operate?
Bfi Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bfi Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Bfi Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140833.
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