THE GORDON RUSSELL TRUST
The aim of the trust is to preserve 'The Archive Collection' at the Gordon Russell Design Museum for the benefit of those interested in the history of 20th century furniture design, including students, researchers and the general public, whilst continuing to develop an educational role and links with schools and colleges offering design related courses and seminars.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a net surplus of £6,620 for the year ended 31 December 2025, following a deficit in the prior year. Net assets increased to £364,825, with unrestricted general funds standing at £363,572. The trustees describe the financial position as stable, supported by a cash buffer of £40,637.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations, admissions, shop sales 55,025” — page 11
Trustees
- David Russell
- Fiona Lian Harrie
- Guy Lambert
- James Trumper
- Jonathan Gibbs
- Jonathan Russell
- Nicholas Duxbury
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £65k | £59k |
| 31/12/2024 | £78k | £81k |
| 31/12/2023 | £85k | £90k |
| 31/12/2022 | £80k | £93k |
| 31/12/2021 | £80k | £78k |
Common questions
Is THE GORDON RUSSELL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a net surplus of £6,620 for the year ended 31 December 2025, following a deficit in the prior year. Net assets increased to £364,825, with unrestricted general funds standing at £363,572. The trustees describe the financial position as stable, supported by a cash buffer of £40,637. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE GORDON RUSSELL TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE GORDON RUSSELL TRUST as a grant recipient include THE I S A CHARITY.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE I S A CHARITY | FY2024 | £9k | Grants to individuals |
| THE I S A CHARITY | FY2024 | £8k | Grants to individuals |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 29/06/2020 | £20k | "COVID19: Gordon Russell Design Museum" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 04/03/2009 | £18k | "Designing the Future" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 06/12/2005 | £434k | "Gordon Russell Heritage Centre" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 08/10/2004 | £22k | "Gordon Russell Heritage Centre" |