Arts Charities That specialise in Film
Discover 793 Arts charities that specialise in film. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Scarborough Theatre Trust Limited
Arts, Charitable activitiesTo advance the education of the public in all aspects of dramatic art including , drama,opera,dance, music and film.The development of public appreciation of such art by the provision of a theatre and the presentation of public performancesTo further the social and cultural welfare of the community of scarborough , its neighbourhood and visitors.
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Trust
ArtsThe charity has been established for the public benefit, to promote the arts, primarily (but not exclusively) the arts of drama, ballet, opera, music and the cinema, through the provision, maintenance and support of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre.
Akram Khan Dance Company
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including, films and music, with particular, but not exclusive, reference to touring performances and to the work of Akram Khan; andTo advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and the general public in respect of the artistic work
The Film And Television Charity
Arts, Social welfareRelief of poverty and hardship for those who have worked in the film, cinema or commercial television industries.
Hofesh Shechter Company LTD
Arts, Beneficiary groupHofesh Shechter Company aims to advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including films and music with reference to performances and the work of Hofesh Shechter:and to advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and public through the provision of workshops,classes and performances
British Deaf Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, HealthBDA currently provides various services: (1) Deaf Children, Youth and Families; (2) Deaf Community Advocacy; (3) Deaf Community Development and Empowerment; (4) Deaf Heritage Films; (5) Deaf International; (6) Media, Communications and Membership; (7) Policy, Research and Campaigns; and (8) British Sign Language. Community offices based in London, Belfast, Cardiff, Derby and Glasgow.
Leicester Arts Centre Limited
Arts, Economic and community developmentOur vision is to enrich lives and celebrate diversity and ambition in film and art. Our mission is to be a dynamic artistic and creative centre where everyone can enjoy, learn about and make inspirational film and art; enriching individual lives and stimulating economic growth in Leicester and beyond. (Leicester Arts Centre operates under the brand name Phoenix).
Nottingham Contemporary
Arts, Charitable activities, FacilitiesOrganising and presenting international exhibitions of contemporary art and related events including performances, artists' commissions, films. Organising a broad education programme for a diverse audience from the city and region. Collaborating with artists and other organisations in this country and abroad. Operate cafe/bar and shop.
Bfi Trust
Arts, HeritageEncourage the development of the arts of film, television and the moving image throughout the UK. To promote education about film, television and the moving image generally, and their impact on society. To establish, care for and develop collections reflecting the moving image history and heritage of the UK. In particular to support the work of the British Film Institute.
The Regent (christchurch) Limited
ArtsAn mix of live performance programming involving community presentations and high quality touring events. Alongside a wide-ranging film programme, which includes mainstream offerings, classic films, satellite broadcasts and 35mm film presentations.
Roses Theatre Trust
ArtsTheatre, cinema and arts centre also providing education to the community through the arts.
Fact Liverpool
ArtsFACT provides a range of activities including an exhibition programme including installations, screenings, etc by artists working with digital and visual arts media; a collaboration programme working with local communities; a range of moving image and new media resource services that support the arts sector; education and training initiatives for a range of audiences; and a research programme.
Kirklees Theatre Trust
ArtsTo promote, maintain and improve by encouraging and promoting the art of drama, dance, improvisation, mime, film, singing and music and by providing advanced educational opportunities in the arts.
Alnwick District Playhouse Trust
Arts, Economic and community developmentThe charity's objects and its principal activity continues to be that of the promotion of all aspects of artistic activities throughout the district of Alnwick. This is achieved through a broad programme of theatre, dance, music, film and exhibitions at the Playhouse itself, and an outreach programme that seeks to reach all corners of the rural community.
The Chipping Norton Theatre Limited
ArtsProvision of live arts events, films and exhibitions at The Theatre together with a community and education programme in Chipping Norton and the region.
Independent Cinema Office
Arts, Charitable activitiesFilm programming advice and bookings for non profit cinemas; training programmes of non-commercial cinemas; training for the independent exhibition sector; distribution of films; consultancy; organising events for film societies and independent cinemas; advocacy for the sector and grant giving.
Nfts Foundation
Arts, EducationTo help raise and manage funds to support the National Film and Television School (NFTS)
The Duke's Playhouse Limited
Arts, Beneficiary groupLancashire's only producing theatre and independent cinema has a diverse programme of performances and world cinema screenings including one of the biggest annual walkabout theatre events in the world and work by and for young people showcased in its own dedicated space, supported by an extensive creative learning programme.
The Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust
ArtsUNDERTAKING A SEARCH FOR THE GERMAN BATTLEFLEET SUNK IN THE FALKLAND ISLANDS WATERS IN DECEMBER 1914 BY A BRITISH FLEET, AND MAKING A FILM OF THE SEARCH AS AN HISTORIC RECORDD FOR THE BENEFIT OPF THE PUBLIC
Stockport Plaza Trust Limited
ArtsThe Plaza's mission statement is "To protect, preserve and promote the Plaza Super Cinema as a fine example of 1930's architecture through modern viable use as a centre for performing arts and cinema serving local, regional and national communities"
Arnolfini Gallery CIO
Arts, Charitable activities, HeritageThe education of the public through the promotion and presentation of contemporary art, through exhibition, performance, dance, film, literature, poetry and music supported by an extensive education programme.
Signal Film & Media Limited
Arts, Social welfarea) Providing a centre for arts and creative industries where local residents, particularly those from disadvantaged groups, can access facilities and activities to develop skills in a diverse range of creative, media and arts disciplinesb) Providing premises, space and activities for local front-line groups, to support media production and the creative and artistic development of local people.
Hijinx Theatre
ArtsHijinx train 70 learning disabled adults in Wales to become professional actors. These actors perform in Hijinx theatre and film productions and also deliver communication role play training to public and private sector organsiations. Hijinx encourage inclusive casting in theatre and film. Hijinx also curate a participation programme and an international festival.
West Somerset Railway Association
Arts, HeritageOur Association is established to promote education in the heritage of the railway from Taunton to Minehead by restoring, preserving and displaying railway locomotives, carriages, wagons and other artefacts (including documents, drawings, photographs, recordings and films) of historical interest and the buildings connected therewith.
International Documentary Festival Sheffield
ArtsSheffield DocFest's mission is to advance the art of film, education and training in the art of documentary filmmaking. We offer filmmakers and artists a place for inspiration, debate, growth and challenge, providing an international platform to launch works as part of a carefully curated programme that challenges trends, brings diversity and enriches engagement.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many film arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 793 registered film arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the film arts charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). 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 film arts charities?
Film arts charities reported a combined annual income of £11.1bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for film arts charities?
Across all film arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 92.2%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of film arts charities?
Film arts charities have an average annual income of £406k. 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.