Richard Shephard Music Foundation
The advancement of musical education for children and young people in Yorkshire and more widely
Activities & Mission
The advancement of musical education for children and young people in Yorkshire and more widely
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 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — The Jean Freedman Music Foundation (organisation 5139260)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £670,597 | £625,915 | £567,917 | £256,145 | £254,746 | 3 / 10 |
| 2024 | £476,752 | £559,325 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £329,906 | £337,711 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £476,379 | £217,163 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2021 | £43,875 | £1,250 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Richard Shephard Music Foundation
What does Richard Shephard Music Foundation do?
The advancement of musical education for children and young people in Yorkshire and more widely
How much income did Richard Shephard Music Foundation report in 2025?
Richard Shephard Music Foundation reported total income of £671k and reported expenditure of £626k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Richard Shephard Music Foundation?
Richard Shephard Music Foundation has a program ratio of 84.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Richard Shephard Music Foundation registered as a charity?
Richard Shephard Music Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 2020 as charity number 1189066. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Richard Shephard Music Foundation?
Richard Shephard Music Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Richard Shephard Music Foundation operate?
Richard Shephard Music Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Richard Shephard Music Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Richard Shephard Music Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189066.
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YORK
North Yorkshire
YO30 7DR
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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