The Kaye Music Trust
The advancement of the art of music for the benefit of the public generally. Maintaining and conserving to a high standard a collection of instruments and bows available for loan to professional musicians.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of the art of music for the benefit of the public generally. Maintaining and conserving to a high standard a collection of instruments and bows available for loan to professional musicians.
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 66% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 47). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £11,304 | £68,155 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £15,641 | £77,362 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £143,167 | £59,899 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £510,802 | £157,854 | £157,854 | £12,362,822 | £12,362,822 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,335,424 | £48,161 | £48,161 | £10,947,456 | £163,904 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Kaye Music Trust
What does The Kaye Music Trust do?
The advancement of the art of music for the benefit of the public generally. Maintaining and conserving to a high standard a collection of instruments and bows available for loan to professional musicians.
How much income did The Kaye Music Trust report in 2025?
The Kaye Music Trust reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £68k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Kaye Music Trust?
The Kaye Music Trust has a program ratio of 30.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 47 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Kaye Music Trust registered as a charity?
The Kaye Music Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 July 2020 as charity number 1190648. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs The Kaye Music Trust?
The Kaye Music Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Louise Naomi Kaye. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Kaye Music Trust operate?
The Kaye Music Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Kaye Music Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Kaye Music Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190648.
Details
6 St. James's Square
London
SW1Y 4JU
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- 14 May 2026
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