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The Box Foundation

To advance the education of the public community within the City of Plymouth, the surrounding county of Devon and worldwide for the public benefit in relation to culture, the arts, history and heritage in particular but without limitation through the museum, galleries and archival facilities at The Box museum and St Lukes Church premises in the city of Plymouth

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public community within the City of Plymouth, the surrounding county of Devon and worldwide for the public benefit in relation to culture, the arts, history and heritage in particular but without limitation through the museum, galleries and archival facilities at The Box museum and St Lukes Church premises in the city of Plymouth

Grants

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

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£5,811
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
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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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£38,979
Latest Expenditure
£5,811

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 14.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£38,979
£5,8110 / 0
2024
£56,400
£9,8740 / 0
2023
£50,695
£10,6930 / 0
2022
£43,536
£10,0000 / 4
2021
£109,708
£96,4460 / 4

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Frequently asked questions about The Box Foundation

What does The Box Foundation do?

To advance the education of the public community within the City of Plymouth, the surrounding county of Devon and worldwide for the public benefit in relation to culture, the arts, history and heritage in particular but without limitation through the museum, galleries and archival facilities at The Box museum and St Lukes Church premises in the city of Plymouth

How much income did The Box Foundation report in 2025?

The Box Foundation reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Box Foundation registered as a charity?

The Box Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 December 2019 as charity number 1187138. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Box Foundation?

The Box Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Box Foundation operate?

The Box Foundation operates across 2 areas: Cornwall and Devon.

Is The Box Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Box Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187138.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
23 December 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5152420
Charity Number
1187138

Trustees

Catherine Gillen
Dr Patrick Newberry
Hamish Anderson
Susannah Pomery

Data & trust

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2 November 2026
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