Royal Philharmonic Society
Also known as: The Royal Philharmonic Society, The Royal Philharmonic Society Prize Fund, The Royal Philharmonic Society Prizes Fund
The RPS seeks to create a future for music through the encouragement of creativity, the recognition of excellence and the promotion of understanding. Artistic activities focus on composers and young musicians and through a series of awards and discussion it seeks to raise the public consciousness of the finest music making today and create a forum for debate about the direction of classical music.
Activities & Mission
The RPS seeks to create a future for music through the encouragement of creativity, the recognition of excellence and the promotion of understanding. Artistic activities focus on composers and young musicians and through a series of awards and discussion it seeks to raise the public consciousness of the finest music making today and create a forum for debate about the direction of classical music.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Ambache Charitable Trust (organisation 5028083)
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Gerald Moore Award Fund (organisation 1001457)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £539,418 | £514,045 | £475,715 | £2,197,296 | £160,780 | 4 / 0 |
| 2024 | £293,583 | £458,624 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £840,690 | £524,607 | £492,311 | £2,170,322 | £139,809 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £391,766 | £537,281 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £775,256 | £614,666 | £579,501 | £2,143,111 | £495,143 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Philharmonic Society
What does Royal Philharmonic Society do?
The RPS seeks to create a future for music through the encouragement of creativity, the recognition of excellence and the promotion of understanding. Artistic activities focus on composers and young musicians and through a series of awards and discussion it seeks to raise the public consciousness of the finest music making today and create a forum for debate about the direction of classical music.
How much income did Royal Philharmonic Society report in 2025?
Royal Philharmonic Society reported total income of £539k and reported expenditure of £514k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Philharmonic Society?
Royal Philharmonic Society has a program ratio of 88.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Philharmonic Society registered as a charity?
Royal Philharmonic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 1964 as charity number 213693. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Royal Philharmonic Society?
Royal Philharmonic Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Philharmonic Society operate?
Royal Philharmonic Society operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Royal Philharmonic Society a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Philharmonic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 213693.
Details
48 Great Marlborough Street
LONDON
W1F 7BB
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Also Known As
- The Royal Philharmonic Society
- The Royal Philharmonic Society Prize Fund
- The Royal Philharmonic Society Prizes Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated