THE ART AND IDEAS TRUST
The charity funds the provision of live and online cultural events that seek to further the education, understanding and engagement of the public with particular relation to philosophy and art. It favours presentations and discussions that place philosophy in the context of contemporary challenges in politics, economics, science, art and society.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's total funds decreased from £680,670 to £518,526 due to a net expenditure of £162,144 against incoming resources of £44,240. The trustees report that the principal funding sources are donations and dividends, and they consider there to be no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The principal funding source of the Trust in 2024 is from donations of £17,240 (2023 - £9,458) and dividends on the preference shares of £27,000 (2023 - £46,875).” — page 7
Trustees
- David Lebor
- Dr Joanna Kavenna FRSL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £44k | £206k |
| 31/12/2023 | £77k | £186k |
| 31/12/2022 | £26k | £151k |
| 31/12/2021 | £10k | £322k |
| 31/12/2020 | £25k | £20k |
Common questions
Is THE ART AND IDEAS TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's total funds decreased from £680,670 to £518,526 due to a net expenditure of £162,144 against incoming resources of £44,240. The trustees report that the principal funding sources are donations and dividends, and they consider there to be no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.