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The Stanford Society

For the public benefit, to advance education and the musical arts, in particular by increasing awarenessand understanding of the life and musical works of Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, his students andcontemporaries and encouraging and supporting performances and recordings of the same.

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Activities & Mission

For the public benefit, to advance education and the musical arts, in particular by increasing awarenessand understanding of the life and musical works of Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, his students andcontemporaries and encouraging and supporting performances and recordings of the same.

Grants

The Stanford Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£8,986
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

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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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
£11,325
Latest Expenditure
£8,986

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 79.3%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£11,325
£8,9860 / 0
2024
£40,278
£49,5850 / 0
2023
£10,707
£1,4070 / 0
2022
£4,775
£4,3000 / 0
2021
£3,733
£2,7870 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Stanford Society

What does The Stanford Society do?

For the public benefit, to advance education and the musical arts, in particular by increasing awarenessand understanding of the life and musical works of Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, his students andcontemporaries and encouraging and supporting performances and recordings of the same.

How much income did The Stanford Society report in 2025?

The Stanford Society reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Stanford Society registered as a charity?

The Stanford Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 2020 as charity number 1189997. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Stanford Society?

The Stanford Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Covell MBA FCA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Stanford Society operate?

The Stanford Society operates across 2 areas: Ireland and England And Wales.

Is The Stanford Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Stanford Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189997.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
18 June 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5161503
Charity Number
1189997

Trustees

John Covell MBA FCA Chair
Charles Covell
Colleen Renee Ferguson
Daniel Wilkinson
Dr Adele Commins
Dr Jonathan White
Professor Jeremy Dibble

Data & trust

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2 November 2026
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