The Foundling Museum
To operate a museum for the maintenance, conservation and exhibition of the Foundling Hospital collection.
Activities & Mission
To operate a museum for the maintenance, conservation and exhibition of the Foundling Hospital collection.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 48% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
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 | £1,969,913 | £2,251,669 | £1,780,658 | £19,391,480 | £1,161,072 | 35 / 140 |
| 2024 | £6,549,443 | £2,397,896 | £1,860,152 | £19,638,051 | £845,676 | 34 / 125 |
| 2023 | £2,057,213 | £2,123,554 | £1,826,199 | £12,410,447 | £2,461,567 | 33 / 130 |
| 2022 | £1,745,520 | £1,881,611 | £1,708,697 | £12,597,982 | £535,059 | 33 / 140 |
| 2021 | £2,237,309 | £1,521,986 | £1,500,555 | £12,417,063 | £580,430 | 19 / 140 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Foundling Museum
What does The Foundling Museum do?
To operate a museum for the maintenance, conservation and exhibition of the Foundling Hospital collection.
How much income did The Foundling Museum report in 2025?
The Foundling Museum reported total income of £1.97m and reported expenditure of £2.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Foundling Museum?
The Foundling Museum has a program ratio of 90.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 48% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Foundling Museum registered as a charity?
The Foundling Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 August 1998 as charity number 1071167. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Foundling Museum?
The Foundling Museum is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan Linda Hoyle OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Foundling Museum operate?
The Foundling Museum operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Foundling Museum a registered charity?
Yes — The Foundling Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1071167.
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