Friends Of The Oriental Museum
Also known as: F O T O M
The charity was formed for the purposes of providing financial and practical support to the Oriental Museum (which is part of the University of Durham) and to inform members about all aspects of the history, culture etc. of the Orient (through lectures, events, etc.).
Activities & Mission
The charity was formed for the purposes of providing financial and practical support to the Oriental Museum (which is part of the University of Durham) and to inform members about all aspects of the history, culture etc. of the Orient (through lectures, events, etc.).
Grants
Friends Of The Oriental Museum makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending
- £1,983
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of The Oriental Museum
What does Friends Of The Oriental Museum do?
The charity was formed for the purposes of providing financial and practical support to the Oriental Museum (which is part of the University of Durham) and to inform members about all aspects of the history, culture etc. of the Orient (through lectures, events, etc.).
When was Friends Of The Oriental Museum registered as a charity?
Friends Of The Oriental Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 February 1988 as charity number 519726. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Friends Of The Oriental Museum?
Friends Of The Oriental Museum is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is SUSAN CHILDS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of The Oriental Museum operate?
Friends Of The Oriental Museum operates across 7 areas, including Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle Upon Tyne City and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Friends Of The Oriental Museum a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of The Oriental Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519726.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- F O T O M
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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