THE DIXON FOUNDATION
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held free reserves of £5,291,779, which are in excess of its stated reserves policy target of £250,000 for anticipated grant-making activity and costs. The charity reported a net income of £1,058,660 for the year, driven by investment gains and donations, while maintaining a minimal administrative cost structure.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity to maintain the level of its funds, which are unrestricted, at a level sufficient to cover its anticipated grant making activity and costs for the ensuing 12 months. For 2025 this is £250,000.” — page 7
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (10/08/2022)
Trustees
- Mark James Dixonchair
- Amy Claire Whight
- David Williamson
- Elizabeth Anne Dixon
- Emily Katherine Dixon
- Matthew Gingell
- Michael Julian Jasper
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £1.1m | £398k |
| 31/12/2023 | £360k | £399k |
| 31/12/2022 | £4.0m | £774k |
| 31/12/2021 | £8.0m | £281k |
| 31/12/2020 | £6k | £4k |
Common questions
Is THE DIXON FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity held free reserves of £5,291,779, which are in excess of its stated reserves policy target of £250,000 for anticipated grant-making activity and costs. The charity reported a net income of £1,058,660 for the year, driven by investment gains and donations, while maintaining a minimal administrative cost structure. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by PKF Francis Clark.