Somerset House is an entirely self-funded charity that does not receive any regular public funding. Realising our full potential as the home of cultural innovators is only possible thanks to the commitment of supporters and partners of all kinds. Individuals can join our Supporters’ Court patrons’ group, give artists stability through our One-to-One programme or support aspiring creatives at the start of their careers through Somerset House’s Young Talent Fund. We are proactive in working with brands and corporate partners across a range of programmes and events from Skate to the Black Business Residency, whilst trusts and foundations have played a fundamental role in the constant renewal of our historic site and the expansion of our inclusive talent programmes.
Following the fire that broke out on 17 August 2024, the Somerset House team is dealing with the aftermath. Thankfully, all staff, residents and visitors are safe. London Fire Brigade and the team on site responded magnificently and we are incredibly grateful to everyone for their efforts. Luckily, the worst was averted, and the damage is more contained than it might have been, but we have a long road ahead to recovery as we get to grips with the extent of the damage and repairs. Donations for our historic and cherished building are more critical than ever.
We invite individuals, brands, trusts and foundations to step inside the world of Somerset House and to engage with the artistic and social innovation happening here, getting closer to our audiences and to the artists and creative thinkers who call Somerset House home.
Somerset House Trust is an independent charity that receives no regular public funding. Following the fire that took place on 17 August 2024, we rely more than ever on external support to restore our historic building, and to continue to present our diverse cultural programme, sustain our community of resident artists and deliver our young people’s programmes. Your donation can help us continue this vital work.
There are a number of ways you can support our resident Studios artists from sponsoring a studio, donating to the Young Talent Fund or becoming a One-to-One patron.
We work closely with partners to shape bespoke partnerships, bringing to life our shared values through memorable, real-life experiences and creative content to engaged audiences.
We run an active Corporate Membership programme working closely with our members to give partners’ employees and clients access to Somerset House’s distinctive year-round cultural programme both onsite and online.
Our Impact Report & our Annual Report & Financial Statement provide details of highlights each year, how we fulfil our charitable objects & deliver public benefit as an independent registered charity.
Somerset House Trust would like to thank all our sponsors, corporate members, brand partners, donors, trusts, foundations and other funding partners supporting our work:
We welcome support from individuals, trusts and foundations and organisations and are dedicated to treating our donors with the highest level of care and respect.
