Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund
The Charity takes the form of a grant giver and will make grants available to UK registered charities in support of a variety of charitable causes. The Trustees consider the position at their meetings and donations are made as they deem appropriate. The Charity primarily supports artistic enterprises, arts-related activities and individual artists.
Activities & Mission
The Charity takes the form of a grant giver and will make grants available to UK registered charities in support of a variety of charitable causes. The Trustees consider the position at their meetings and donations are made as they deem appropriate. The Charity primarily supports artistic enterprises, arts-related activities and individual artists.
Grants
Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £523,378
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £244,418 | £523,378 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £283,325 | £816,459 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £344,949 | £640,632 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £343,251 | £582,649 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £320,768 | £1,071,945 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund
What does Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund do?
The Charity takes the form of a grant giver and will make grants available to UK registered charities in support of a variety of charitable causes. The Trustees consider the position at their meetings and donations are made as they deem appropriate. The Charity primarily supports artistic enterprises, arts-related activities and individual artists.
How much income did Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund report in 2025?
Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund reported total income of £244k and reported expenditure of £523k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund registered as a charity?
Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 2008 as charity number 1126096. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund?
Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR RICHARD CHARLES HASTINGS EYRE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund operate?
Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126096.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 13 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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