THE ANN DRIVER TRUST
The Ann Driver Trust was founded in June 1989, in memory of Ann Driver MBE, musician and broadcaster. It supports the education of youth in the arts, with special emphasis on music, by giving grants to nominated schools and colleges.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted funds increased to £900,166, comprising £898,680 in investments and £44,170 in undistributed income. The charity generated a net income of £24,717 from investment returns after management costs, allowing it to pay £30,500 in scholarships and bursaries while maintaining its capital base. The independent examiner reported no matters requiring attention, and the trustees confirmed the accounts were prepared on a going concern basis.
What the accounts disclose
“Dividends and interest received 43,577” — page 5
“It is the policy of the Trustees to maintain reserves at a sufficient level to generate adequate income from which to pay scholarships and bursaries.” — page 4
Trustees
- ROBERT PRITCHETTchair
- ALASDAIR WILSON ROBERTSON TAIT
- Daisy Vatalaro
- KATHLEEN DUNCAN
- Sophia Rahman
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £44k | £41k |
| 30/06/2024 | £30k | £44k |
| 30/06/2023 | £28k | £41k |
| 30/06/2022 | £32k | £42k |
| 30/06/2021 | £35k | £37k |
Common questions
Is THE ANN DRIVER TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted funds increased to £900,166, comprising £898,680 in investments and £44,170 in undistributed income. The charity generated a net income of £24,717 from investment returns after management costs, allowing it to pay £30,500 in scholarships and bursaries while maintaining its capital base. The independent examiner reported no matters requiring attention, and the trustees confirmed the accounts were prepared on a going concern basis. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.