National Art Collections Fund
Also known as: The Art Fund
The Art Fund enriches museums and galleries throughout the UK with works of art of all kinds; campaigns for the widest possible access to art; and promotes the enjoyment of art through its membership scheme.
Activities & Mission
The Art Fund enriches museums and galleries throughout the UK with works of art of all kinds; campaigns for the widest possible access to art; and promotes the enjoyment of art through its membership scheme.
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 74% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample: 54). How is this calculated?
Higher than 67% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 59% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £17,681,000 | £17,935,000 | £16,593,000 | £57,784,000 | £4,060,000 | 80 / 0 |
| 2023 | £16,336,000 | £19,402,000 | £18,204,000 | £54,309,000 | £3,476,000 | 80 / 0 |
| 2022 | £13,948,000 | £20,873,000 | £19,740,000 | £54,136,000 | £4,590,000 | 72 / 0 |
| 2021 | £17,640,000 | £16,579,000 | £15,496,000 | £62,005,000 | £6,920,000 | 72 / 0 |
| 2020 | £14,470,000 | £18,067,000 | £16,931,000 | £56,262,000 | £5,008,000 | 69 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about National Art Collections Fund
What does National Art Collections Fund do?
The Art Fund enriches museums and galleries throughout the UK with works of art of all kinds; campaigns for the widest possible access to art; and promotes the enjoyment of art through its membership scheme.
How much income did National Art Collections Fund report in 2024?
National Art Collections Fund reported total income of £17.68m and reported expenditure of £17.93m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is National Art Collections Fund?
National Art Collections Fund has a program ratio of 93.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 74% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample of 54 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was National Art Collections Fund registered as a charity?
National Art Collections Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 1962 as charity number 209174. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs National Art Collections Fund?
National Art Collections Fund is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alexander Nairne CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does National Art Collections Fund operate?
National Art Collections Fund operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is National Art Collections Fund a registered charity?
Yes — National Art Collections Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 209174.
Details
King's Cross
LONDON
N1C 4BH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Art Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated