Art Against Knives
Also known as: Aak
ART AGAINST KNIVES works to reduce the root causes of knife crime through youth-led arts initiatives that provide an alternative to violent gang culture. Our vision is to create a platform for young people to engage with their local community through creative opportunities.
Activities & Mission
ART AGAINST KNIVES works to reduce the root causes of knife crime through youth-led arts initiatives that provide an alternative to violent gang culture. Our vision is to create a platform for young people to engage with their local community through creative opportunities.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £826,536 | £759,604 | £690,763 | £350,137 | £111,947 | 17 / 2 |
| 2023 | £767,832 | £653,399 | £596,725 | £283,205 | £80,811 | 15 / 2 |
| 2022 | £583,737 | £615,581 | £557,645 | £168,772 | £32,507 | 11 / 3 |
| 2021 | £364,164 | £619,346 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2020 | £650,168 | £506,124 | £462,045 | £455,798 | £133,008 | 7 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Art Against Knives
What does Art Against Knives do?
ART AGAINST KNIVES works to reduce the root causes of knife crime through youth-led arts initiatives that provide an alternative to violent gang culture. Our vision is to create a platform for young people to engage with their local community through creative opportunities.
How much income did Art Against Knives report in 2024?
Art Against Knives reported total income of £827k and reported expenditure of £760k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Art Against Knives?
Art Against Knives has a program ratio of 83.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Art Against Knives registered as a charity?
Art Against Knives was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 2011 as charity number 1140866. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Art Against Knives?
Art Against Knives is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Art Against Knives operate?
Art Against Knives operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Art Against Knives a registered charity?
Yes — Art Against Knives is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140866.
Details
21-27 Lambs Conduit Street
London
WC1N 3GS
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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