The Mackintosh Foundation
to promote and develop theatrical, musical and dramatic arts; relieve suffering from and promote research into the causes & treatment of AIDS/Cancer; provide for medical research generally and relief of sickness; relief for the homeless and poverty stricken;promotion of the conservation, protection & enhancement in the UK of nature & the amenities of the countryside inc. areas of natural beauty.
Activities & Mission
to promote and develop theatrical, musical and dramatic arts; relieve suffering from and promote research into the causes & treatment of AIDS/Cancer; provide for medical research generally and relief of sickness; relief for the homeless and poverty stricken;promotion of the conservation, protection & enhancement in the UK of nature & the amenities of the countryside inc. areas of natural beauty.
Grants
The Mackintosh Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2024)
- £1,154,046
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, accommodation or housing, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
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 Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 260). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £424,160 | £994,370 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £633,896 | £1,296,632 | £1,296,632 | £12,848,230 | £12,848,230 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £606,805 | £1,007,485 | £1,007,485 | £13,904,919 | £13,904,919 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £70,559 | £179,327 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £99,809 | £1,168,070 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Mackintosh Foundation
What does The Mackintosh Foundation do?
to promote and develop theatrical, musical and dramatic arts; relieve suffering from and promote research into the causes & treatment of AIDS/Cancer; provide for medical research generally and relief of sickness; relief for the homeless and poverty stricken;promotion of the conservation, protection & enhancement in the UK of nature & the amenities of the countryside inc. areas of natural beauty.
How much income did The Mackintosh Foundation report in 2025?
The Mackintosh Foundation reported total income of £424k and reported expenditure of £994k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Mackintosh Foundation?
The Mackintosh Foundation has a program ratio of 204.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 260 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Mackintosh Foundation registered as a charity?
The Mackintosh Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 March 1988 as charity number 327751. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The Mackintosh Foundation?
The Mackintosh Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR CAMERON ANTHONY MACKINTOSH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mackintosh Foundation operate?
The Mackintosh Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Greece, Malta, Scotland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Mackintosh Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Mackintosh Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327751.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated