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The Orwell Foundation

Also known as: The Orwell Prize

PROVISION OF ANNUAL PRIZES, CULTURAL EVENTS AND DEBATES

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Activities & Mission

PROVISION OF ANNUAL PRIZES, CULTURAL EVENTS AND DEBATES

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
£193,536
Latest Expenditure
£268,171

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 138.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 138.6%
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
£193,536
£268,1710 / 110
2024
£221,828
£266,7980 / 100
2023
£204,995
£235,8550 / 90
2022
£127,825
£174,9000 / 0
2021
£191,383
£127,4500 / 105

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Frequently asked questions about The Orwell Foundation

What does The Orwell Foundation do?

PROVISION OF ANNUAL PRIZES, CULTURAL EVENTS AND DEBATES

How much income did The Orwell Foundation report in 2025?

The Orwell Foundation reported total income of £194k and reported expenditure of £268k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Orwell Foundation registered as a charity?

The Orwell Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 May 2015 as charity number 1161563. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Orwell Foundation?

The Orwell Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lord Nigel Kim Darroch KCMG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Orwell Foundation operate?

The Orwell Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Orwell Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Orwell Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161563.

Details

Address
The Orwell Foundation
Institute of Advanced Studies
Wilkins Building
UCL
London
WC1E 6BT
Registration Date
6 May 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5051550
Charity Number
1161563

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Trustees

Lord Nigel Kim Darroch KCMG Chair
Andrew Peck
Deborah Lincoln
Gavin Kelly
Jack Sedman
Janine Gibson
Kamran Abbasi
Najma Finlay
Sameer Padania
Stephen Armstrong
SU-MEI THOMPSON

Also Known As

  • The Orwell Prize

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