THE RUFFORD FOUNDATION
Financial health, per its FY2023 accounts
The accounts state that the Charity holds substantial net assets totaling £117,665,462, comprising a capital fund of £116,906,256 and an income fund of £759,206. Per the trustees' report, the Charity has no stated reserves policy target but intends to use up its entire annual net income for grant-making and related costs. The filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
Funders the charity credits
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 05/04/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (28/03/2013)
Trustees
- Dr Howard Paul Nelson
- Elizabeth Sarah Brunwin
- HUGO BENJAMIN EDWARDS
- MR IAIN SMAILES
- Sian Jones
- Steven Broad
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £3.9m | £4.4m |
| 05/04/2024 | £4.2m | £3.8m |
| 05/04/2023 | £3.6m | £3.8m |
| 05/04/2022 | £4.5m | £3.6m |
| 05/04/2021 | £3.3m | £4.1m |
Common questions
Is THE RUFFORD FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that the Charity holds substantial net assets totaling £117,665,462, comprising a capital fund of £116,906,256 and an income fund of £759,206. Per the trustees' report, the Charity has no stated reserves policy target but intends to use up its entire annual net income for grant-making and related costs. The filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2023 accounts were audited by Rawlinson & Hunter Audit LLP.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| GRAFF FOUNDATION | 1 | £100k |