Royal Academy Trust
Also known as: Royal Academy Development Trust, The Royal Academy Trust
The object of the Trust is the maintenance, development, advancement and preservation of the Royal Academy of Arts.
Activities & Mission
The object of the Trust is the maintenance, development, advancement and preservation of the Royal Academy of Arts.
Grants
Royal Academy Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,773,531
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £5,420,150 | £2,908,405 | £2,773,531 | £56,173,380 | £11,893,579 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,518,840 | £2,080,869 | £1,877,084 | £52,354,931 | £10,331,247 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,481,853 | £3,854,408 | £3,729,819 | £50,194,946 | £9,680,098 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,070,366 | £1,202,538 | £1,055,889 | £53,117,928 | £11,930,822 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £951,032 | £3,259,256 | £2,969,498 | £52,317,263 | £11,790,652 | 1 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Academy Trust
What does Royal Academy Trust do?
The object of the Trust is the maintenance, development, advancement and preservation of the Royal Academy of Arts.
How much income did Royal Academy Trust report in 2025?
Royal Academy Trust reported total income of £5.42m and reported expenditure of £2.91m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Royal Academy Trust registered as a charity?
Royal Academy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 January 1998 as charity number 1067270. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Royal Academy Trust?
Royal Academy Trust is governed by a board of 19 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Academy Trust operate?
Royal Academy Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Academy Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Academy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1067270.
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Also Known As
- Royal Academy Development Trust
- The Royal Academy Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated