THE CRANBROOK FOUNDATION
Latest income
£520k
Latest spending
£374k
Registered
2023
Accounts read
FY2025
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £1,082,474, which exceeds its stated policy target of maintaining three to six months' expenditure. The trustees confirm that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
Reserves policy: three and six months’ expenditure (held: £1.1m)
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months’ expenditure.” — page 5
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Trustee Jennifer Khoo Carmichael donated £500,000 to the Foundation.
“During the period, Trustee Jennifer Khoo Carmichael donated £500,000 (2024: £1,405,000) to the Foundation. There were no conditions attached to the donation.” — page 15
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Total income
£520k
Total spending
£374k
Reserves (reported)
£1.1m
Employees
0
Trustees
- Edith Tess Bruce Carmichael
- Jennifer Khoo Carmichael
- Julia Kaye Bruce Carmichael
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £520k | £374k |
| 31/12/2024 | £1.4m | £500k |
Common questions
Is THE CRANBROOK FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £1,082,474, which exceeds its stated policy target of maintaining three to six months' expenditure. The trustees confirm that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE MASTER CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £323k |
| RONTADES LIMITED | 1 | £300k |
| THE BORROWS CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £10k |