THE FRIENDS OF YORK ART GALLERY
To raise funds from members' subscriptions, from organising educational visits, functions and parties, in order to aid the development of the York Art Gallery Collection and to sponsor activities to further the appreciation of fine arts in York and its immediate surrounds.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves totaled £107,442, which is above the Trustees' stated policy target of approximately £25,000. The charity reported net receipts of £32,832 for the year, funded by subscriptions, donations, and investment income, with grants paid to the Gallery amounting to £14,446.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees believe the Society should retain minimum reserves equal to one year’s subscription income (approximately £25,000)”
Trustees
- Professor Charles Anthony Martindalechair
- Anne McLean
- Azizah Saidah Clayton
- Cynthia Barbor
- David Lamb
- Dr Jessica Noel Richardson
- Dr Ronald Wallace Clayton
- Jane Bloomfield
- Moira Fulton
- Nicholas Henry Dunn-McAfee
- Patrica Ellison
- Paul McLean
- Susan Verena Smallpage
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £68k | £42k |
| 31/12/2024 | £46k | £61k |
| 31/12/2023 | £42k | £22k |
| 31/12/2022 | £46k | £38k |
| 31/12/2021 | £44k | £23k |
Common questions
Is THE FRIENDS OF YORK ART GALLERY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that free reserves totaled £107,442, which is above the Trustees' stated policy target of approximately £25,000. The charity reported net receipts of £32,832 for the year, funded by subscriptions, donations, and investment income, with grants paid to the Gallery amounting to £14,446. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.