The Gilbert And George Centre
Provide facilities for the safe-keeping, conservation, storage and display to the public of works of art belonging to the CIO; make loans of works of art belonging to the CIO to other institutions in the UK and abroad; promote and carry out research.
Activities & Mission
Provide facilities for the safe-keeping, conservation, storage and display to the public of works of art belonging to the CIO; make loans of works of art belonging to the CIO to other institutions in the UK and abroad; promote and carry out research.
Grants
The Gilbert And George Centre makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £708,374
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2020 — The Gilbert and George Centre (organisation 4048315)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £129,453 | £708,374 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £346,020 | £723,957 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £53,873 | £212,413 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £14,976 | £70,392 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £21,828 | £11,559 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Gilbert And George Centre
What does The Gilbert And George Centre do?
Provide facilities for the safe-keeping, conservation, storage and display to the public of works of art belonging to the CIO; make loans of works of art belonging to the CIO to other institutions in the UK and abroad; promote and carry out research.
How much income did The Gilbert And George Centre report in 2025?
The Gilbert And George Centre reported total income of £129k and reported expenditure of £708k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Gilbert And George Centre registered as a charity?
The Gilbert And George Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 October 2017 as charity number 1174981. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Gilbert And George Centre?
The Gilbert And George Centre is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Gilbert And George Centre operate?
The Gilbert And George Centre operates in Tower Hamlets, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Gilbert And George Centre a registered charity?
Yes — The Gilbert And George Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174981.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated