The Friends Of The Royal Academy
The objects of the Friends of the Royal Academy are:- to support the charitable work of the Royal Academy of Arts- to promote and to co-operate with the Academy and other charitable organisations in promoting the Arts and in particular the arts of design and the creation and appreciation of the arts
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Friends of the Royal Academy are:- to support the charitable work of the Royal Academy of Arts- to promote and to co-operate with the Academy and other charitable organisations in promoting the Arts and in particular the arts of design and the creation and appreciation of the arts
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 92% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M (sample: 36). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £11,775,330 | £11,775,330 | £11,775,330 | £115,734 | £115,734 | 15 / 0 |
| 2023 | £12,024,165 | £12,024,165 | £12,024,165 | £115,734 | £115,734 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £12,596,802 | £12,596,802 | £12,596,802 | £115,734 | £115,734 | 15 / 0 |
| 2021 | £12,723,673 | £12,723,673 | £12,723,673 | £115,734 | £115,734 | 15 / 0 |
| 2020 | £13,801,943 | £13,801,943 | £13,801,943 | £115,734 | £115,734 | 18 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The Royal Academy
What does The Friends Of The Royal Academy do?
The objects of the Friends of the Royal Academy are:- to support the charitable work of the Royal Academy of Arts- to promote and to co-operate with the Academy and other charitable organisations in promoting the Arts and in particular the arts of design and the creation and appreciation of the arts
How much income did The Friends Of The Royal Academy report in 2024?
The Friends Of The Royal Academy reported total income of £11.78m and reported expenditure of £11.78m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Friends Of The Royal Academy?
The Friends Of The Royal Academy has a program ratio of 100.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M (sample of 36 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Friends Of The Royal Academy registered as a charity?
The Friends Of The Royal Academy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 1977 as charity number 272926. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The Friends Of The Royal Academy?
The Friends Of The Royal Academy is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of The Royal Academy operate?
The Friends Of The Royal Academy operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of The Royal Academy a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of The Royal Academy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272926.
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