The Maidstone Museums Foundation
Also known as: Friends of Maidstone Museums and Art Gallery
The charity holds fundraising events and organised occasional activities to assist the work of Maidstone's museums and create greater access to their collections. The charity operates a Friends scheme and applies for grant funding to enable it to assist in the furtherance of public education by way of supporting, promoting, assisting and improving the Maidstone Museums and Art Gallery.
Activities & Mission
The charity holds fundraising events and organised occasional activities to assist the work of Maidstone's museums and create greater access to their collections. The charity operates a Friends scheme and applies for grant funding to enable it to assist in the furtherance of public education by way of supporting, promoting, assisting and improving the Maidstone Museums and Art Gallery.
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
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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 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £13,217 | £52,872 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2023 | £17,234 | £70,733 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £109,465 | £14,699 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £11,800 | £8,167 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Maidstone Museums Foundation
What does The Maidstone Museums Foundation do?
The charity holds fundraising events and organised occasional activities to assist the work of Maidstone's museums and create greater access to their collections. The charity operates a Friends scheme and applies for grant funding to enable it to assist in the furtherance of public education by way of supporting, promoting, assisting and improving the Maidstone Museums and Art Gallery.
How much income did The Maidstone Museums Foundation report in 2024?
The Maidstone Museums Foundation reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Maidstone Museums Foundation registered as a charity?
The Maidstone Museums Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 1989 as charity number 802547. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Maidstone Museums Foundation?
The Maidstone Museums Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Maidstone Museums Foundation operate?
The Maidstone Museums Foundation operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Maidstone Museums Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Maidstone Museums Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 802547.
Details
St. Faiths Street
Maidstone
ME14 1LH
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- 30 July 2026
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