THE BRITTEN FOUNDATION
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted funds of £464,946, derived from an expendable endowment, with a stated policy of not retaining income reserves. Per the trustees' report, the financial position is considered satisfactory with sufficient cash to continue operations, although the charity faces major financial risks related to investment market volatility.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the Trustees’ policy not to retain reserves of income as the charity’s overheads are low and the donations that are made vary according to the level of income generated. As such, no reserves of income are required to ensure the Trust’s continued operations.” — page 4
“Mrs D M Britten is a director of Britten Management Limited. Britten Management Limited provides management services to The Britten Foundation. The fees payable for the year were £1,181 (2024 £1,500). The amount due to Britten Management Limited at the balance sheet date was £394 (2024 £nil). The trustees have received no remuneration for their services or reimbursement of expenses.” — page 13
Trustees
- Chloe Stirling
- DIANA BRITTEN
- Leonie Fleur Britten
- SOPHIE BIGGS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £108k | £113k |
| 31/03/2024 | £68k | £71k |
| 31/03/2023 | £78k | £103k |
| 31/03/2022 | £98k | £112k |
| 31/03/2021 | £111k | £116k |
Common questions
Is THE BRITTEN FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted funds of £464,946, derived from an expendable endowment, with a stated policy of not retaining income reserves. Per the trustees' report, the financial position is considered satisfactory with sufficient cash to continue operations, although the charity faces major financial risks related to investment market volatility. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.