Arts Charities That specialise in Festival
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The Amersham Festival Society
Arts, Education, ResearchThe objective of the society is to promote and educate the public in the art and science of music by the presentation of concerts in the area. We also try to encourage young musicians to further their studies by offering bursaries to young students studying music.
Cedarwood Festival Limited
ArtsOrganise Christian arts festivals incorporating all forms of all artistic expression by Christian artists (including, but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, music, drama, dance, painting and sculpture) with the aim of using artisitic expression to spread the Christian gospel.
London School Of Samba
Arts, EducationThe London School of Samba aims to advance education through the promotion of the arts with particular reference to samba music and dance and the culture and tradition of Afro-Brazilian Carnival.The main activities include: open access workshops to teach Brazilian dance and drumming, public performances, participation at major events, outreach work, costume design and float building.
Sikh Sangat, London East
Arts, Beneficiary group, ReligionProvide education to members, organise language and music classes, seminars on religious, social and cultural issues, support women, youth and the elderly. Help members research on religious issues, provide Kirtan and Gurbani experience, help the needy in all respects, celebrate social and religious festival including all Gurpurab's. Create Sikhism awareness by arranging worship and lectures.
Rotary Club Of Felixstowe Charitable Trust
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, LeisureFunds raised through Public Fun Run, Christmas Santa and Rudolf Collections, Boxing Night, Beer Festival and an Annual International Night.Main beneficiaries were Save the Children, Brave Futures, Park Run UK, Felixstowe Dementia Action Allliance, St Elizabeth's Hospice, ShelterBox Trust and The Rotary Foundation.Donations were also made to many local good causes
Bewdley Festival Limited
Arts, Charitable activitiesTO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC PARTICULARLY IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD OF BEWDLEY BY THE PROMOTION OF PLAYS AND OTHER FORMS OF ART. ACTIVITIES CARRIED OUT THROUGHOUT THE YEAR BUT PARTICULARLY THROUGH THE ORGANISATION OF THE ANNUAL FESTIVAL FOR NINE DAYS EACH OCTOBER.
Worcester Festival Choral Society
ArtsThe Worcester Festival Choral Society is one of the leading promoters of major concerts in Worcester. As well as being one of the oldest, it is one of the most highly regarded choirs in the country, with a singing membership of about 150. It gives three major concerts each year.
Rehearsal Orchestra
ArtsSince its foundation in 1957, the Rehearsal Orchestra has promoted an annual residential orchestral course during the Edinburgh Festival, and arranged weekend courses in London and other parts of the UK aimed at providing an orchestral training resource for talented players and soloists of all ages and from all parts of the UK and abroad.
Andrew Logan Museum Sculpture Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, HeritageThe Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture Limited was formed in August 1987 as a Charitable Trust to display to the public the works of Sculptor Andrew Logan, to advance the education of the public in England and Wales. The Museum organises workshops, festivals & performances for adults & children, schools & college groups in Berriew, Montgomeryshire, Powys, Wales
Rotary Club Of Deane Trust Fund
Armed forces, Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS supportSupport to Rotary and other local charities.Major fundraising activities of: - Charity concert at the Anvil, held last Sunday of January - featuring HM Band of the Royal Marines Basingstoke Festival of Transport, held second Monday in May - featuring almost 1000 vehicles, 70 stalls and up to 10,000 visitors and is one of the larger events of its type in the South East
Shree Prajapati Association Bradford
Arts, Leisure, ReligionThe charity was established to enhance the Prajapati Community of Bradford and surrounding districts by providing communal facilities and promoting projects of a social, religious and educational nature.Religious - temple is open for twice daily and all Hindu festivals are celebrated.Social - Sports, keep fit classes, Mahila SamelanEducation - Mother tongue education provided on Sunday
Henley Choral Society
Arts, Beneficiary groupHenley Choral Society comprises of an adult choir as well a youth choir ( age 8-17) who rehearse weekly during term times and perform one or more concerts each term. In addition the Society runs workshops some of which are open to the public and is part of Henley Town's public Christmas and summer festivals.
The World Trust
Arts, Charitable activitiesTo promote, improve, develop and maintain, public education in, and appreciation of, music and the arts, and to promote any charitable purpose throughout the world. The main project is Ripon International Festival.
The Corsham Windband Association
ArtsRegular weekly music rehearsals supplemented by at least 2 concerts per year, local / national band festivals, as well as residential music courses and support to local community events.
Congleton Players Amateur Theatre Club
Arts, Associations, Social welfareThree full length plays are performed each year at Daneside Theatre, Park Road, Congleton, Cheshire. Every two years a one act playwriting competition is organised which culminates in a one act play festival. Social activities also take place, including visits to performances at other theatres.
Petersfield Musical Festival
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationTo run an annual music festival in Petersfield in March, which consists of concerts by local choral societies and orchestras, celebrity concerts, recitals, and youth concerts for young singers and musicians from local schools. To run choral workshops and competitions for young composers. To assist young musicians by making financial awards towards their tuition or instruments.
The Institute Of Amateur Cinematographers Limited
Arts, Charitable activitiesOur annual showcase event British International Film Festival (BIAFF) will be held in May 2023 and takes place in Birmingham. Film & Video Maker magazine is proudly published bi-monthly. Our website continues to help promote and support amateur film making activities. We allocate grants to promote these objectives. For more information, please visit www.theiac.org.uk.
Felixstowe Carnival Association
Arts, Charity and VCS supportLOCAL VOLUNTEERS THAT ORGANISE AND PUT TOGETHER FELIXSTOWE CARNIVAL WEEKEND, WITH HELP FROM DONATIONS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES. ANY PROFITS MADE AT THE END OF OUR FINANCIAL YEAR ARE THEN DISTRIBUTED TO OTHER LOCAL CHARITIES.
East Preston And Kingston Village Hall Foundation
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureBadminton, Table Tennis, Art. Bridge, Yoga, Zumba, Ballet, Ballroom Latin and Scottish Dancing, Cornhole, Public meetings and AGM's for community groups, Karate, Thai Chi, Cardiac Fitness, Lunch Club for over 55's, Pilates, Floral Club, Horticultural Shows, Festival events, Parish Council Events, Craft Fayres, Childrens clubs, Children's parties, Private Events. Community events.
Eastbourne Music And Arts Festival Trust
ArtsThe maintenance, improvement and development of artistic taste and the knowledge, understanding, improvement and appreciation of music, dancing, elocution, literature and acting, particularly by the holding of music and arts festivals in Eastbourne, East Sussex.
Wetwang Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureVillage hall hired to various members of the local community and anyone wishing to use the facilities. The hall is used for badminton, karate, toddler group, school gym sessions, Country Women, Parish Council, etc. Additionally the village run an annual scarecrow festival which raises funds for the hall.
The Watford Festival Of Music, Speech And Drama
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activitiesThe promotion of the education of the public in the arts with regard to music, speech and drama. The provision of an opportunity,mainly for young people,to take part and benefit from entering classes on a competitive basis with professional adjudication and to perform at concerts and finales before a public audience.
Lincoln Unit 214 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Arts, Associations, LeisureNationally recognised qualifications including RYA power boating and sailing; Seamanship; Offshore power boating and sailing; Pulling; Marine Engineering; Cook/steward; BCU canoeing; Full Bore Shooting; Leadership and First Aid.Courses, camps and competitions. Attending events in and around the community, such as, Lincoln Water Festival, Battle of Britain and Remberence Ceremonies.
Bilston Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Religion, Social careA wide range of activities take place including: I.T. Training, Youth Clubs, Private Parties, Elderly Day Centre, Celebration of various festivals, Community meetings, Painting Classes, Knitting workshop, Scouts and Church Groups
Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts
Arts, Beneficiary groupOrganisation and management of an annual festival of the arts in three sections, music,dance and speech & drama. The festival offers both competitive and non-competitive classes principally designed to encourage children and young people to perform, thus furthering their interest and education in the arts. In addition the festival may support a gala concert in which selected participants perform.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many festival arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 334 registered festival arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the festival arts charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£589.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of festival arts charities?
Festival arts charities reported a combined annual income of £6.2bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for festival arts charities?
Across all festival arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of festival arts charities?
Festival arts charities have an average annual income of £774k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.