The David Lean Foundation
The Charity's activities to achieve its objects include making awards (1) to other charities whose aims include similar aims (2) for Film student scholarships
Activities & Mission
The Charity's activities to achieve its objects include making awards (1) to other charities whose aims include similar aims (2) for Film student scholarships
Grants
The David Lean Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £149,481
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- 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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £7,301,124 | £257,868 | £222,863 | £7,934,880 | £7,597,290 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £201,858 | £270,561 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £166,617 | £229,913 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £222,594 | £97,911 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £250,956 | £195,727 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The David Lean Foundation
What does The David Lean Foundation do?
The Charity's activities to achieve its objects include making awards (1) to other charities whose aims include similar aims (2) for Film student scholarships
How much income did The David Lean Foundation report in 2025?
The David Lean Foundation reported total income of £7.30m and reported expenditure of £258k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The David Lean Foundation registered as a charity?
The David Lean Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 December 1997 as charity number 1067074. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The David Lean Foundation?
The David Lean Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The David Lean Foundation operate?
The David Lean Foundation operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The David Lean Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The David Lean Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1067074.
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Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated