THE HERBERT HOWELLS TRUST
The Trust exists to promote the work of Herbert Howells, by supporting performances, publications and recordings, and also to support the Herbert Howells Archives at the Royal College of Music. It also exists to give financial support for the music of St John's College Chapel, Cambridge, including the Choir, Organ and the musical education of the Choristers
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted reserves stood at £20,081 at the end of the period, which is above its stated policy target of maintaining a minimum balance of £10,000. The charity reported a net surplus of £16,444 for the year, funded primarily by royalties and performing rights dues.
What the accounts disclose
“The Charity’s principal source of funding is from royalties and performing rights dues payable on the literary works of the late Herbert Howells” — page 5
“The Charity intends to maintain a minimum balance of £10,000 in reserves at any time.” — page 5
Trustees
- THE MASTER, FELLOWS AND SCHOLARS OF THE COLLEGE OF ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST IN THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £38k | £55k |
| 30/06/2024 | £33k | £32k |
| 30/06/2023 | £31k | £37k |
| 30/06/2022 | £27k | £42k |
| 30/06/2021 | £34k | £28k |
Common questions
Is THE HERBERT HOWELLS TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's unrestricted reserves stood at £20,081 at the end of the period, which is above its stated policy target of maintaining a minimum balance of £10,000. The charity reported a net surplus of £16,444 for the year, funded primarily by royalties and performing rights dues. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.