The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund
To promote the advancement of public education in the history of art and architecture and the care, conservation and restoration of works of art for the public benefit by raising funds to support the Courtauld Institute of Art
Activities & Mission
To promote the advancement of public education in the history of art and architecture and the care, conservation and restoration of works of art for the public benefit by raising funds to support the Courtauld Institute of Art
Grants
The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2024)
- £1,490,456
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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
Higher than 88% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 121). How is this calculated?
Higher than 73% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £434,415 | £1,134,415 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £1,252,700 | £1,502,700 | £1,496,456 | £750,000 | £500,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,474,425 | £974,425 | £968,467 | £1,000,000 | £500,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,870,510 | £1,870,510 | £1,865,596 | £500,000 | £500,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,771,923 | £2,771,923 | £2,769,106 | £500,000 | £500,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund
What does The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund do?
To promote the advancement of public education in the history of art and architecture and the care, conservation and restoration of works of art for the public benefit by raising funds to support the Courtauld Institute of Art
How much income did The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund report in 2025?
The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund reported total income of £434k and reported expenditure of £1.13m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund?
The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund has a program ratio of 119.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 121 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund registered as a charity?
The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 1984 as charity number 288509. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund?
The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Mark Louis Hallett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund operate?
The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund operates in City Of Westminster, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Courtauld Institute Of Art Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 288509.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated