THE GERALD COKE HANDEL FOUNDATION
The primary aim of the charity is to ensure the maintenance, conservation and development of the Gerald Coke Handel Collection. The objects are to advance public education by providing research facilities in relation to Handel and his contemporaries.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £342,590, an increase from the previous year's £255,377. The charity reported a net decrease in funds of £75,605, driven by charitable expenditure exceeding income, though this was partially offset by investment gains. The trustees confirmed the charity remains a going concern with no material uncertainties.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year amounts of £151,139 (2024: £181,011) were paid/payable to the Foundling Museum for services of the librarian and assistant librarian of the Foundling Museum, for the management of the Collection and in relation to recharges for occupancy costs.” — page 17
“The Foundling Museum donated £20,500 to The Gerald Coke Handel Foundation during the year (2024: £nil).” — page 17
“During the year amounts of £151,139 (2024: £181,011) were paid/payable to the Foundling Museum for services of the librarian and assistant librarian of the Foundling Museum, for the management of the Collection and in relation to recharges for occupancy costs.” — page 17
“The Foundling Museum donated £20,500 to The Gerald Coke Handel Foundation during the year (2024: £nil).” — page 17
Trustees
- DR M J BURDEN
- David Edward Coke
- Dr George Kennaway
- HELEN FAULKNER
- PETER MENZIES SMAILL
- Rahul Prasad Narain Sinha
- Ronald Jay Gould
- SYLVIA RUTH LEVI
- Sarah Bardwell
- WALTER RUDELOFF
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £39k | £177k |
| 31/03/2024 | £39k | £208k |
| 31/03/2023 | £51k | £189k |
| 31/03/2022 | £46k | £185k |
| 31/03/2021 | £55k | £160k |
Common questions
Is THE GERALD COKE HANDEL FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £342,590, an increase from the previous year's £255,377. The charity reported a net decrease in funds of £75,605, driven by charitable expenditure exceeding income, though this was partially offset by investment gains. The trustees confirmed the charity remains a going concern with no material uncertainties. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.