THE POLONSKY FOUNDATION
The primary objectives of the Foundation are: to promote access to and dissemination of cultural heritage through support of major cultural and educational institutions; to support education and research in the humanities and social sciences; and to support excellence and innovation in the arts.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £16,323,673 to £15,928,686, resulting in a net expenditure for the year. The trustees confirm that assets are sufficient to meet obligations and that the charity has adequate resources to continue as a going concern, with grant commitments funded through investment income and capital drawdown.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year, the charity paid out grants totalling £684,933 (2024: £438,281) to Van Leer Jerusalem Institute (an Israeli non-profit institution), which Marc Polonsky also acts for on the Board of Governors.” — page 24
“During the year, the charity paid out grants totalling £20,100 (2024: £Nil) to The Center for Jewish History, a charity of which Marc Polonsky also acts for on the Board of Directors.” — page 24
“During the year, the charity paid out grants totalling £684,933 (2024: £438,281) to Van Leer Jerusalem Institute (an Israeli non-profit institution), which Marc Polonsky also acts for on the Board of Governors.” — page 24
“During the year, the charity paid out grants totalling £20,100 (2024: £Nil) to The Center for Jewish History, a charity of which Marc Polonsky also acts for on the Board of Directors.” — page 24
“During the year, the charity paid out grants totalling £684,933 (2024: £438,281) to Van Leer Jerusalem Institute (an Israeli non-profit institution), which Marc Polonsky also acts for on the Board of Governors.” — page 24
“During the year, the charity paid out grants totalling £20,100 (2024: £Nil) to The Center for Jewish History, a charity of which Marc Polonsky also acts for on the Board of Directors.” — page 24
Trustees
- Dr GEORGETTE FRANCES BENNETT
- HANNAH BEATRICE MARIA POLONSKY WHITNEY
- JOSHUA-MARC TANENBAUM
- Marc Andre Lorin Polonsky
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £380k | £1.3m |
| 31/03/2024 | £394k | £1.5m |
| 31/03/2023 | £396k | £441k |
| 31/03/2022 | £425k | £493k |
| 31/03/2021 | £400k | £2.1m |
Common questions
Is THE POLONSKY FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £16,323,673 to £15,928,686, resulting in a net expenditure for the year. The trustees confirm that assets are sufficient to meet obligations and that the charity has adequate resources to continue as a going concern, with grant commitments funded through investment income and capital drawdown. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Nyman Libson Paul LLP.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| MANCHESTER CITY GALLERIES TRUST | 1 | £36k |
| THE DAVID FAMILY FOUNDATION | 1 | £0 |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE POLONSKY FOUNDATION | £380k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION, ARTS AND CULTURE | £133k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE POSK FOUNDATION | £154k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE POLONIA AID FOUNDATION TRUST | £102k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE FREELANDS FOUNDATION LIMITED | £298k | — | 4 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| STUART HALL FOUNDATION | £212k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |