Cell Foundation
Supporting practice and appreciation of visual art for the public benefit and advancement of education in the arts, by establishing an art gallery to provide ongoing exhibitions, educational events for schools, lectures and intern training programmes with financial support by Arts Council England. Continued support for artists who are in financial need by assisting with studio space for them.
Activities & Mission
Supporting practice and appreciation of visual art for the public benefit and advancement of education in the arts, by establishing an art gallery to provide ongoing exhibitions, educational events for schools, lectures and intern training programmes with financial support by Arts Council England. Continued support for artists who are in financial need by assisting with studio space for them.
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 60% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £204,606 | £111,440 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £119,044 | £131,247 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £182,915 | £210,498 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £496,754 | £479,096 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £1,036,595 | £974,674 | £974,674 | £969,569 | £61,921 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cell Foundation
What does Cell Foundation do?
Supporting practice and appreciation of visual art for the public benefit and advancement of education in the arts, by establishing an art gallery to provide ongoing exhibitions, educational events for schools, lectures and intern training programmes with financial support by Arts Council England. Continued support for artists who are in financial need by assisting with studio space for them.
How much income did Cell Foundation report in 2025?
Cell Foundation reported total income of £205k and reported expenditure of £111k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cell Foundation?
Cell Foundation has a program ratio of 94.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cell Foundation registered as a charity?
Cell Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 2014 as charity number 1156554. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Cell Foundation?
Cell Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is MILIKA CAROL MURITU MA BA HONS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cell Foundation operate?
Cell Foundation operates across 6 areas, including Hackney, Lewisham, Newham and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Cell Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Cell Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156554.
Details
Bethnal Green
LONDON
E2 9DA
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