Nml Foundation
Also known as: Nmlf
To advance, in a manner which the trustees see fit, the charitable objects of The National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NMGM), and to advance the education of the public throughout the world in any manner conducive to, and compatible with the charitable objects of NMGM, without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, in particular by widening participation in charitable education.
Activities & Mission
To advance, in a manner which the trustees see fit, the charitable objects of The National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NMGM), and to advance the education of the public throughout the world in any manner conducive to, and compatible with the charitable objects of NMGM, without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, in particular by widening participation in charitable education.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £221,194 | £587,713 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £3,093,570 | £1,062,235 | £1,055,000 | £8,907,733 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,030,796 | £1,471,678 | £1,471,678 | £6,876,398 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,000,626 | £1,950,146 | £1,950,074 | £7,317,280 | £7,317,280 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,401,635 | £5,523 | £5,461 | £6,266,800 | £6,266,800 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Nml Foundation
What does Nml Foundation do?
To advance, in a manner which the trustees see fit, the charitable objects of The National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NMGM), and to advance the education of the public throughout the world in any manner conducive to, and compatible with the charitable objects of NMGM, without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, in particular by widening participation in charitable education.
How much income did Nml Foundation report in 2025?
Nml Foundation reported total income of £221k and reported expenditure of £588k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Nml Foundation?
Nml Foundation has a program ratio of 34.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Nml Foundation registered as a charity?
Nml Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 January 2013 as charity number 1150493. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Nml Foundation?
Nml Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROF PHIL REDMOND CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Nml Foundation operate?
Nml Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Knowsley, Liverpool City, Sefton and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Nml Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Nml Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150493.
Details
CASTLE CHAMBERS
43 CASTLE STREET
LIVERPOOL
L2 9TL
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated