The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust
Also known as: Memorials by Artists, Memorial Arts Charity, The Lettering Arts Trust
We encourage the UK's tradition of lettercarving to flourish through our Apprenticeship Scheme, Lettercarving Workshops, regular exhibitions, the Art & Memory Collection and illustrated publications. We also help and advise people with the commissioning of unique memorials and other lettered works,
Activities & Mission
We encourage the UK's tradition of lettercarving to flourish through our Apprenticeship Scheme, Lettercarving Workshops, regular exhibitions, the Art & Memory Collection and illustrated publications. We also help and advise people with the commissioning of unique memorials and other lettered works,
Grants
The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £132,769
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, 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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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 | £107,508 | £132,769 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £130,570 | £130,338 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £125,731 | £91,704 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £172,853 | £159,272 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £218,780 | £171,704 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust
What does The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust do?
We encourage the UK's tradition of lettercarving to flourish through our Apprenticeship Scheme, Lettercarving Workshops, regular exhibitions, the Art & Memory Collection and illustrated publications. We also help and advise people with the commissioning of unique memorials and other lettered works,
How much income did The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust report in 2025?
The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust reported total income of £108k and reported expenditure of £133k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust registered as a charity?
The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 August 2012 as charity number 1148638. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust?
The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Nicholas Heath. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust operate?
The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Lettering & Commemorative Arts Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148638.
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Also Known As
- Memorials by Artists
- Memorial Arts Charity
- The Lettering Arts Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated