The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000
Also known as: The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund
The charity promotes the education of the public in the arts of opera and ballet by making grants to, or for the benefit of, the Royal Opera House or the educational activities of the Royal Ballet School
Activities & Mission
The charity promotes the education of the public in the arts of opera and ballet by making grants to, or for the benefit of, the Royal Opera House or the educational activities of the Royal Ballet School
Grants
The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,845,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, 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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 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 | £4,115,024 | £2,734,308 | £1,845,000 | £65,077,099 | £200,218 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,595,710 | £2,913,212 | £2,308,439 | £56,901,807 | £200,218 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £8,365,925 | £2,608,288 | £2,324,000 | £52,602,290 | £253,837 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,287,098 | £6,367,756 | £6,072,000 | £46,792,361 | £210,890 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,612,281 | £2,681,377 | £2,426,000 | £51,520,795 | £210,890 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000
What does The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 do?
The charity promotes the education of the public in the arts of opera and ballet by making grants to, or for the benefit of, the Royal Opera House or the educational activities of the Royal Ballet School
How much income did The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 report in 2025?
The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 reported total income of £4.12m and reported expenditure of £2.73m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 registered as a charity?
The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 January 2002 as charity number 1089928. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000?
The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAME Vivien Louise Duffield DBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 operate?
The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund 2000 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1089928.
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Also Known As
- The Royal Opera House Endowment Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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