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A1 Acappella

Also known as: Shannon Express

The goals of the charity are advancing, improving, developing, and maintaining public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects. The goals will be achieved by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals

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Activities & Mission

The goals of the charity are advancing, improving, developing, and maintaining public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects. The goals will be achieved by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£8,399
Latest Expenditure
£9,224

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 109.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 109.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£20,115
£19,7070 / 0
2023
£14,452
£12,8340 / 25
2022
£10,097
£12,9080 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about A1 Acappella

What does A1 Acappella do?

The goals of the charity are advancing, improving, developing, and maintaining public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects. The goals will be achieved by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals

How much income did A1 Acappella report in 2024?

A1 Acappella reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £20k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was A1 Acappella registered as a charity?

A1 Acappella was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 2021 as charity number 1195885. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs A1 Acappella?

A1 Acappella is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Clay. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does A1 Acappella operate?

A1 Acappella operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is A1 Acappella a registered charity?

Yes — A1 Acappella is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195885.

Details

Address
20 Poppyfields
Gamlingay
SANDY
Bedfordshire
SG19 3DG
Registration Date
22 September 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5180088
Charity Number
1195885

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Trustees

Paul Clay Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Brian Thompson
Also governs 1 other charity
Douglas Hill
Kevin Peter Barnes
Marcus Howard
Russell Jones
Steve Gill

Also Known As

  • Shannon Express

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