Jerwood Foundation
The Foundation owns the Jerwood Collection of 20th & 21st century British art, which is available for display in the public domain. We are part of a family of philanthropic organisations and welcome applications for funding for capital and revenue support for visual and performing arts in the UK, particularly with a focus on working with our Collection and making art available for public benefit.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation owns the Jerwood Collection of 20th & 21st century British art, which is available for display in the public domain. We are part of a family of philanthropic organisations and welcome applications for funding for capital and revenue support for visual and performing arts in the UK, particularly with a focus on working with our Collection and making art available for public benefit.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Jerwood Charity (organisation 3957916)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £31,613,729 | £2,705,304 | £2,496,560 | £66,219,438 | £1,932,022 | 3 / 0 |
| 2023 | £34,139,464 | £659,389 | £584,189 | £32,780,408 | £32,780,408 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £449,988 | £349,803 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Jerwood Foundation
What does Jerwood Foundation do?
The Foundation owns the Jerwood Collection of 20th & 21st century British art, which is available for display in the public domain. We are part of a family of philanthropic organisations and welcome applications for funding for capital and revenue support for visual and performing arts in the UK, particularly with a focus on working with our Collection and making art available for public benefit.
How much income did Jerwood Foundation report in 2024?
Jerwood Foundation reported total income of £31.61m and reported expenditure of £2.71m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Jerwood Foundation?
Jerwood Foundation has a program ratio of 7.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Jerwood Foundation registered as a charity?
Jerwood Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 2022 as charity number 1197386. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Jerwood Foundation?
Jerwood Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rupert David Tyler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Jerwood Foundation operate?
Jerwood Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Jerwood Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Jerwood Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197386.
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