THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
To promote appreciation and understanding of 19th century english arts and artefacts by undertaking research, by supporting exhibitions, publications, lectures and workshops. To advance education and knowledge by supporting centres of teaching of art and by providing financial assistance to students, and provision of scholarships and bursaries.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £4,211,266, which the trustees consider sufficient to protect future activity without setting a specific minimum reserve target. With total income of £119,489 and expenditure of £64,737, the charity generated a net surplus for the year, maintaining a substantial capital base derived from a bequest. The trustees confirm there are no material concerns regarding the charity's ability to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 05/04/2022)
Trustees
- David Beevers
- Judith Ann Rudoe
- Lesley Scott
- Mark John Eastment
- PETER SHEARBURN MIALL
- ROBERT WILLIAM GORDON WILSON
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £119k | £65k |
| 05/04/2024 | £49k | £122k |
| 05/04/2023 | £29k | £41k |
| 05/04/2022 | £4.3m | £366k |
| 05/04/2021 | £97 | £1k |
Common questions
Is THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £4,211,266, which the trustees consider sufficient to protect future activity without setting a specific minimum reserve target. With total income of £119,489 and expenditure of £64,737, the charity generated a net surplus for the year, maintaining a substantial capital base derived from a bequest. The trustees confirm there are no material concerns regarding the charity's ability to continue operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST as a grant recipient include THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST.
Shared trustees with funders
- David Beevers — trustee here and at THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Judith Ann Rudoe — trustee here and at THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Lesley Scott — trustee here and at THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Mark John Eastment — trustee here and at THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- PETER SHEARBURN MIALL — trustee here and at THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- ROBERT WILLIAM GORDON WILSON — trustee here and at THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST | FY2023 | £23k | Grants to Institutions |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE YOUTH ENDOWMENT FUND CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £543k |
| ANGUISH'S EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION | 1 | £118k |
| IMPETUS - THE PRIVATE EQUITY FOUNDATION | 1 | £111k |
| THE HAPPY BABY COMMUNITY | 1 | £28k |
| JOHN INNES FOUNDATION | 1 | £20k |
| Norwich Freemen's Charity | 1 | £20k |
Charities like this
- ARTSWORK LIMITED
- NEWCASTLE ARTS CENTRE TRUST LTD
- THE INGRAM ART FOUNDATION
- THE SUTASOMA TRUST
- THE GUY AND ELINOR MEYNELL CHARITABLE TRUST
- THE SAW TRUST
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE ALBERT DAWSON EDUCATIONAL TRUST | £119k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ARTSWORK LIMITED | £1.9m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| NEWCASTLE ARTS CENTRE TRUST LTD | £175k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE INGRAM ART FOUNDATION | £152k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE SUTASOMA TRUST | £134k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE GUY AND ELINOR MEYNELL CHARITABLE TRUST | £373k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |