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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£670,597

Latest Expenditure

£625,915

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 84.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 90.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 9.3%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £375,533

Charitable Activities £287,917

Other Trading £0

Investments £5,847

Other Income £1,300

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £567,917

Raising Funds £57,998

Governance £0

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

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

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

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.

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.