THE BOX FOUNDATION
To advance the education of the public community within the City of Plymouth, the surrounding county of Devon and worldwide for the public benefit in relation to culture, the arts, history and heritage in particular but without limitation through the museum, galleries and archival facilities at The Box museum and St Lukes Church premises in the city of Plymouth
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a net income of £33,168 for the year, resulting in total unrestricted funds of £150,360. The trustees have set a reserves policy target of £15,000, which is significantly below the actual unrestricted reserves held. The filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees have agreed a reserves policy of £15,000 which will be reviewed on an annual basis.” — page 4
Trustees
- Catherine Gillen
- Dr Patrick Newberry
- Hamish Anderson
- Susannah Pomery
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £39k | £6k |
| 31/03/2024 | £56k | £10k |
| 31/03/2023 | £51k | £11k |
| 31/03/2022 | £44k | £10k |
| 31/03/2021 | £110k | £96k |
Common questions
Is THE BOX FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a net income of £33,168 for the year, resulting in total unrestricted funds of £150,360. The trustees have set a reserves policy target of £15,000, which is significantly below the actual unrestricted reserves held. The filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE BOX FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE BOX FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include THE CLARE MILNE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CLARE MILNE TRUST | FY2023 | £10k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 12/12/2022 | £25k | "Explore: The Box" |