The Folk Music Foundation
Also known as: The National Folk Music Foundation
To make grants to individuals for educational welfare purposes. To make grants to organisations for educational purposes.
Activities & Mission
To make grants to individuals for educational welfare purposes. To make grants to organisations for educational purposes.
Grants
The Folk Music Foundation makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- 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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Frequently asked questions about The Folk Music Foundation
What does The Folk Music Foundation do?
To make grants to individuals for educational welfare purposes. To make grants to organisations for educational purposes.
When was The Folk Music Foundation registered as a charity?
The Folk Music Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 March 1989 as charity number 800683. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Folk Music Foundation?
The Folk Music Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR JOHN HEYDON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Folk Music Foundation operate?
The Folk Music Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Folk Music Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Folk Music Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800683.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The National Folk Music Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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