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Leeds Art Fund

Also known as: Leeds Art Collections Fund

The principal aim of the charity is to provide the promotion of arts in Leeds and surrounding areas through the establishment, extension and enhancement of art collections open to the public, the promotion of the appreciation of art by the public and the promotion of education and learning in art and allied subjects. The charity continues the work of unincorporated charity number 529300.

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Activities & Mission

The principal aim of the charity is to provide the promotion of arts in Leeds and surrounding areas through the establishment, extension and enhancement of art collections open to the public, the promotion of the appreciation of art by the public and the promotion of education and learning in art and allied subjects. The charity continues the work of unincorporated charity number 529300.

Grants

Leeds Art Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£64,516
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training 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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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£43,548
Latest Expenditure
£64,516

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 148.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£43,548
£64,5160 / 60
2024
£29,359
£195,0140 / 30
2023
£29,845
£50,9200 / 30
2022
£30,402
£323,3100 / 50
2021
£72,353
£243,3010 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leeds Art Fund

What does Leeds Art Fund do?

The principal aim of the charity is to provide the promotion of arts in Leeds and surrounding areas through the establishment, extension and enhancement of art collections open to the public, the promotion of the appreciation of art by the public and the promotion of education and learning in art and allied subjects. The charity continues the work of unincorporated charity number 529300.

How much income did Leeds Art Fund report in 2025?

Leeds Art Fund reported total income of £44k and reported expenditure of £65k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leeds Art Fund registered as a charity?

Leeds Art Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 2017 as charity number 1171891. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Leeds Art Fund?

Leeds Art Fund is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leeds Art Fund operate?

Leeds Art Fund operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leeds Art Fund a registered charity?

Yes — Leeds Art Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171891.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 March 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5088956
Charity Number
1171891

Trustees

Anne Braithwaite
Also governs 1 other charity
Corinne Elizabeth Miller
Dr Ann Beatrice Sumner
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr David Hopes
Jane Dowson
Also governs 2 other charities
Olivia Margot Harriott
Also governs 1 other charity
Robert Frederick Banks Wivell
Also governs 2 other charities
Timothy John Barclay Heaton
WILLIAM GERARD COUGHLAN BA FRICS

Also Known As

  • Leeds Art Collections Fund

Data & trust

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