THE LONDON SYMPHONY CHORUS ENDOWMENT FUND
The objective of the London Symphony Chorus Endowment fund is to provide financial support for the London Symphony Chorus (a seperate charity) in the pursuit of its artistic objectives. The support given covers the promotion of concerts, tours, recordings, etc.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds carried forward increased to £1,311,890 from £1,299,802 in the prior year, driven by investment gains and charitable grants. The Trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties regarding going concern. Reserves are held to support the ongoing work of the London Symphony Chorus, with unrestricted reserves standing at £415,555.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity holds reserves to fulfil its aims of furthering the objectives of the LSC. The major risk to the income of the charity is the source of dividend and interest income. The Trustees work closely with the LSC to ensure that the Charity retains sufficient reserves to support the work of the LSC on an ongoing basis.” — page 5
“Unrestricted funds – General Trust Fund - Income Donation from the London Symphony Chorus 2025 £ - 2024 £ 60,000”
Trustees
- VANESSA KNAPP OBEchair
- ANDREW SMITH
- Christophe Rene Amardeilh
- Christopher Charles Straw
- Denise Naomi Hoilette
- Dr Oliver Burrows
- James Broderick
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £36k | £33k |
| 31/08/2024 | £91k | £18k |
| 31/08/2023 | £23k | £3k |
| 31/08/2022 | £20k | £43k |
| 31/08/2021 | £18k | £61k |
Common questions
Is THE LONDON SYMPHONY CHORUS ENDOWMENT FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds carried forward increased to £1,311,890 from £1,299,802 in the prior year, driven by investment gains and charitable grants. The Trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties regarding going concern. Reserves are held to support the ongoing work of the London Symphony Chorus, with unrestricted reserves standing at £415,555. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.