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The Andrew Brownsword Foundation

Funding will be directed to promote positive change in literacy to develop confidence, individuality and aspiration; to support the provision of reflective and meaningful opportunities for children and the young to access culture and the arts; and to champion pioneering and original research in literacy and the wellbeing of children and young people, which inspires action for bold policy change.

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Activities & Mission

Funding will be directed to promote positive change in literacy to develop confidence, individuality and aspiration; to support the provision of reflective and meaningful opportunities for children and the young to access culture and the arts; and to champion pioneering and original research in literacy and the wellbeing of children and young people, which inspires action for bold policy change.

Grants

The Andrew Brownsword Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2026)
£52,124
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes

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
£46,881,890
Latest Expenditure
£52,124

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 0.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 96.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 20.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £46,561,860
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £318,660
Other Income £1,370

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £50,398
Raising Funds £1,726
Governance £9,040
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 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£46,881,890
£52,124£50,398£46,829,766£376,5521 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Andrew Brownsword Foundation

What does The Andrew Brownsword Foundation do?

Funding will be directed to promote positive change in literacy to develop confidence, individuality and aspiration; to support the provision of reflective and meaningful opportunities for children and the young to access culture and the arts; and to champion pioneering and original research in literacy and the wellbeing of children and young people, which inspires action for bold policy change.

How much income did The Andrew Brownsword Foundation report in 2026?

The Andrew Brownsword Foundation reported total income of £46.88m and reported expenditure of £52k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Andrew Brownsword Foundation registered as a charity?

The Andrew Brownsword Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 June 2025 as charity number 1213656. It has been registered for 1 year.

Who runs The Andrew Brownsword Foundation?

The Andrew Brownsword Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Brownsword. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Andrew Brownsword Foundation operate?

The Andrew Brownsword Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Andrew Brownsword Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Andrew Brownsword Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1213656.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
17 June 2025
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5264968
Charity Number
1213656

Trustees

Andrew Brownsword Chair
Alessandra Brownsword-Matthews
Also governs 2 other charities
Dr Helen Cox
Dr Nicole Howse
Michael King

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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