The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund
Relief and assistance for present and former orchestral members of Philharmonia Orchestra
Activities & Mission
Relief and assistance for present and former orchestral members of Philharmonia Orchestra
Grants
The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £72,088
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability and the prevention or relief of poverty
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
Financial Efficiency
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 | £41,357 | £72,088 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £41,549 | £53,887 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £36,150 | £51,453 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £29,867 | £14,105 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £26,474 | £11,270 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund
What does The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund do?
Relief and assistance for present and former orchestral members of Philharmonia Orchestra
How much income did The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund reported total income of £41k and reported expenditure of £72k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 1980 as charity number 280370. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund?
The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund operate?
The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Philharmonia Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280370.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated