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Oliver Ford Foundation

Also known as: The Oliver Ford Will Trust

The foundation applies income and capital in provision of grants to charitable organisations for the purposes of education, and housing and training for those with learning difficulties, the advancement of knowledge of the history and techniques of interior decoration, fabric design, other decorative materials and landscape gardening, including with reference to the work of Oliver Ford.

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Activities & Mission

The foundation applies income and capital in provision of grants to charitable organisations for the purposes of education, and housing and training for those with learning difficulties, the advancement of knowledge of the history and techniques of interior decoration, fabric design, other decorative materials and landscape gardening, including with reference to the work of Oliver Ford.

Grants

Oliver Ford Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£191,635
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
What it supports
education and training and economic or community development and employment

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£81,170
Latest Expenditure
£191,635

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 236.1%
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
£81,170
£191,6350 / 0
2024
£74,675
£193,7880 / 0
2023
£90,666
£208,1610 / 0
2022
£79,934
£179,8930 / 0
2021
£65,336
£245,3730 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Oliver Ford Foundation

What does Oliver Ford Foundation do?

The foundation applies income and capital in provision of grants to charitable organisations for the purposes of education, and housing and training for those with learning difficulties, the advancement of knowledge of the history and techniques of interior decoration, fabric design, other decorative materials and landscape gardening, including with reference to the work of Oliver Ford.

How much income did Oliver Ford Foundation report in 2025?

Oliver Ford Foundation reported total income of £81k and reported expenditure of £192k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Oliver Ford Foundation registered as a charity?

Oliver Ford Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 September 1993 as charity number 1026551. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs Oliver Ford Foundation?

Oliver Ford Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Oliver Ford Foundation operate?

Oliver Ford Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Oliver Ford Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Oliver Ford Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026551.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
28 September 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1026551
Charity Number
1026551

Trustees

LADY ALISON WAKEHAM
MATTHEW DEREK PINTUS
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • The Oliver Ford Will Trust

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