The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund
We assist past or present employees of the Royal Opera House, Birmingham Royal Ballet or their dependents who are in financial or other need. We can also provide support to other individuals employed by a company that gives performances of opera, ballet or music or any similar organisation to help relieve poverty or advance the education or health of people employed in the production of the above.
Activities & Mission
We assist past or present employees of the Royal Opera House, Birmingham Royal Ballet or their dependents who are in financial or other need. We can also provide support to other individuals employed by a company that gives performances of opera, ballet or music or any similar organisation to help relieve poverty or advance the education or health of people employed in the production of the above.
Grants
The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2022)
- £331,053
- What it supports
- education and training, 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
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £131,895 | £516,159 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £155,370 | £467,826 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £139,402 | £757,198 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £7,470,223 | £710,243 | £710,243 | £7,233,796 | £7,233,796 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund
What does The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund do?
We assist past or present employees of the Royal Opera House, Birmingham Royal Ballet or their dependents who are in financial or other need. We can also provide support to other individuals employed by a company that gives performances of opera, ballet or music or any similar organisation to help relieve poverty or advance the education or health of people employed in the production of the above.
How much income did The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund reported total income of £132k and reported expenditure of £516k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 February 2021 as charity number 1193337. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund?
The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Oliver Robert Julian Parr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund operate?
The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Opera House Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1193337.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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