The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund
Grant making for the relief and assistance of present or past playing members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and their dependants who are in necessitous circumstances and in need of charitable relief.
Activities & Mission
Grant making for the relief and assistance of present or past playing members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and their dependants who are in necessitous circumstances and in need of charitable relief.
Grants
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £33,003
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- 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 | £25,893 | £33,003 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £49,037 | £22,380 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £56,967 | £20,852 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £40,879 | £1,564 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund
What does The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund do?
Grant making for the relief and assistance of present or past playing members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and their dependants who are in necessitous circumstances and in need of charitable relief.
How much income did The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 2007 as charity number 1120462. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund?
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID RICHARD HIRSCHMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund operate?
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sickness And Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120462.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
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