Whitechapel Gallery
Also known as: Whitechapel Art Gallery, The Whitechapel Gallery, Whitechapel
The Charitable organisation main objectives are:The provision and maintenance of an art gallery for exhibition to the public of modern and historical fine art; modern and historical design and applied art; and work done by school children and local communities.Promoting and encouraging the education of the public in the arts both in the Gallery and elsewhere.
Activities & Mission
The Charitable organisation main objectives are:The provision and maintenance of an art gallery for exhibition to the public of modern and historical fine art; modern and historical design and applied art; and work done by school children and local communities.Promoting and encouraging the education of the public in the arts both in the Gallery and elsewhere.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 83% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £3,492,524 | £4,464,192 | £3,568,849 | £15,737,209 | £298,642 | 82 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,435,302 | £4,958,036 | £3,899,088 | £16,617,667 | £168,517 | 77 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,108,739 | £5,269,435 | £4,057,801 | £16,825,044 | £92,724 | 102 / 1 |
| 2022 | £4,496,052 | £4,723,370 | £3,658,675 | £18,125,164 | £1,257,015 | 101 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,114,718 | £3,937,868 | £2,934,667 | £18,198,180 | £1,122,601 | 77 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Whitechapel Gallery
What does Whitechapel Gallery do?
The Charitable organisation main objectives are:The provision and maintenance of an art gallery for exhibition to the public of modern and historical fine art; modern and historical design and applied art; and work done by school children and local communities.Promoting and encouraging the education of the public in the arts both in the Gallery and elsewhere.
How much income did Whitechapel Gallery report in 2025?
Whitechapel Gallery reported total income of £3.49m and reported expenditure of £4.46m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Whitechapel Gallery?
Whitechapel Gallery has a program ratio of 102.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Whitechapel Gallery registered as a charity?
Whitechapel Gallery was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 February 1963 as charity number 312162. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Whitechapel Gallery?
Whitechapel Gallery is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Whitechapel Gallery operate?
Whitechapel Gallery operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Whitechapel Gallery a registered charity?
Yes — Whitechapel Gallery is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312162.
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Also Known As
- Whitechapel Art Gallery
- The Whitechapel Gallery
- Whitechapel
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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