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The Foundation Foundation

The Foundation Foundation seeks to enhance the public's understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of art. It does this by providing grants to art galleries and museums, and providing studio space to artists.

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Activities & Mission

The Foundation Foundation seeks to enhance the public's understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of art. It does this by providing grants to art galleries and museums, and providing studio space to artists.

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
£173,362
Latest Expenditure
£169,846

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 98.0%
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
£173,362
£169,8460 / 4
2024
£121,841
£187,9240 / 1
2023
£96,120
£92,9100 / 1
2022
£84,205
£147,4210 / 1
2021
£81,471
£115,3710 / 1

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Frequently asked questions about The Foundation Foundation

What does The Foundation Foundation do?

The Foundation Foundation seeks to enhance the public's understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of art. It does this by providing grants to art galleries and museums, and providing studio space to artists.

How much income did The Foundation Foundation report in 2025?

The Foundation Foundation reported total income of £173k and reported expenditure of £170k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Foundation Foundation registered as a charity?

The Foundation Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 October 2018 as charity number 1180372. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Foundation Foundation?

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

Where does The Foundation Foundation operate?

The Foundation Foundation operates across 2 areas: Camden and Norfolk.

Is The Foundation Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Foundation Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1180372.

Details

Address
ANTONY GORMLEY
15-23 VALE ROYAL
LONDON
N7 9AP
Registration Date
19 October 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5086197
Charity Number
1180372

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Trustees

RICHARD EDWARD ION CALVOCORESSI Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Laura Heath
MARCO COMPAGNONI
Also governs 1 other charity
Sir ANTONY GORMLEY
VICKEN GORMLEY

Sectors & Classifications

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