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The Lynn Foundation

The Foundation makes grants across Sussex supporting many different charitable aims. We are looking to make unrestricted, multi year grants of up to £50,000 per annum that will make a significant difference to a charity. Applications are by invitation only.

Activities & Mission

The Foundation makes grants across Sussex supporting many different charitable aims. We are looking to make unrestricted, multi year grants of up to £50,000 per annum that will make a significant difference to a charity. Applications are by invitation only.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£216,921
Latest Expenditure
£311,711

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 143.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 143.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£216,921
£311,7110 / 0
2024
£216,921
£311,7110 / 0
2023
£207,842
£247,2940 / 0
2022
£201,774
£205,9290 / 0
2021
£240,756
£157,9900 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Lynn Foundation

What does The Lynn Foundation do?

The Foundation makes grants across Sussex supporting many different charitable aims. We are looking to make unrestricted, multi year grants of up to £50,000 per annum that will make a significant difference to a charity. Applications are by invitation only.

How much income did The Lynn Foundation report in 2025?

The Lynn Foundation reported total income of £217k and reported expenditure of £312k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Lynn Foundation registered as a charity?

The Lynn Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 October 1985 as charity number 326944. It has been registered for 41 years.

Who runs The Lynn Foundation?

The Lynn Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Lynn Foundation operate?

The Lynn Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Lynn Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Lynn Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 326944.

Details

Address
The Granary
Calceto Lane
Lyminster
West Sussex
BN17 7QL
Registration Date
2 October 1985
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
326944
Charity Number
326944

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Trustees

IAN DENNIS FAIR
JOHN FORSTER EMMOTT
JOHN SYKES
Philip Parsons

Sectors & Classifications

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