The Hyde Foundation
Also known as: Hyde Institute and Reading Rooms, The Hyde
The promotion in the beneficial area of education, art and musicImproving conditions of life for recreation or other leisure occupationAward of scholarships, bursaries and maintenance allowances for educational puposes.The granting of financial assistance, outfits,clothing, etc.
Activities & Mission
The promotion in the beneficial area of education, art and musicImproving conditions of life for recreation or other leisure occupationAward of scholarships, bursaries and maintenance allowances for educational puposes.The granting of financial assistance, outfits,clothing, etc.
Grants
The Hyde Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £75,335
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training and 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £78,150 | £75,335 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £77,877 | £56,090 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £69,890 | £44,008 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £54,902 | £44,004 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Hyde Foundation
What does The Hyde Foundation do?
The promotion in the beneficial area of education, art and musicImproving conditions of life for recreation or other leisure occupationAward of scholarships, bursaries and maintenance allowances for educational puposes.The granting of financial assistance, outfits,clothing, etc.
How much income did The Hyde Foundation report in 2025?
The Hyde Foundation reported total income of £78k and reported expenditure of £75k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Hyde Foundation registered as a charity?
The Hyde Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 June 1963 as charity number 302918. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Hyde Foundation?
The Hyde Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Barbara Taylor. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hyde Foundation operate?
The Hyde Foundation operates across 2 areas: Barnet and Hertfordshire.
Is The Hyde Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Hyde Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 302918.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Hyde Institute and Reading Rooms
- The Hyde
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated