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
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Plymouth Arts Cinema
ArtsPlymouth Arts Centre is a leading organisation for independent cinema in the SW. Through its overall programme of world and live cinema, talks and events, and Open Air Cinema, Plymouth Arts Centre's cinema encourages critical debate and questions the role that film plays in the wider culture. It is dedicated to the enjoyment, education and stimulation of all through the role of independent film.
Zebra Access CIO
Arts, HealthDevelop opportunities for Deaf people by providing support, education, advice and access to training, technology, services, facilities and workshops to improve their life skills, health choices, activities and careersSupport and develop strong Deaf community ethos and advocating wider social cohesionEducate and inform Deaf people of their basic human rightsLead/manage Film and Arts festivals
Sulgrave Club Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, HeritageThe charity occupies premises located at 287 Goldhawk Road, which consist of a double fronted Georgian house converted into an activity centre for young people incorporating an art studio, cinema, lounge, meeting room and kitchen for healthy eating classes. To the rear of the house is a adjoining two storey building with a upstairs gym and ground floor games room.
Moviola Limited
Arts, Economic and community developmentImproving access to cinema for those in rural areas by means of film shows and associated educational activities.
Mcnicol Ballet Collective
ArtsOur objective is to advance the education of people in the arts for public benefit in particular the art of ballet. We achieve this primarily but not exclusively through the provision of nurturing talent to create ambitious new ballets, innovative dance films and by fostering special collaborative projects.
Cambridge Film Trust
ArtsThe Cambridge Film Trust fosters film culture and education in Cambridge and the Eastern region but also throughout the UK. We deliver a portfolio of screenings, special events and tailor-made projects enabling people to be moved by, learn about and interact with film. The highlight of our programme is the Cambridge Film Festival, one of the most innovative events of its kind in the country.
Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall
Arts, Facilities, LeisureGeneral charitable purposesEducation/training, eg Digital inclusion training, Sport/recreation. eg Short Mat Bowls, Table Tennis, Line dancing, Live music, Cinema club
Impermanence Dance Theatre
ArtsFor the public benefit to promote the arts, particularly but not exclusively, the arts of dance and contemporary music by the development and production of live performances, films, digital media, and related workshops and classes.
Abandon Normal Devices
ArtsFilm happenings, exhibitions, performances, online projects, residencies, public realm interventions and a roaming biennial festival.
Blackbird Red Rose Productions
ArtsTo create, perform and educate in an original style of dance theatre that engages and communicates with a wide audience - rooted in a crafted and original choreographic language and incorporating other art forms and practices including music, design, theatre, film and new media.
Ilkley Players Limited
Arts, Beneficiary groupPresentation of live amateur theatre and other arts activities at Ilkley Playhouse within the local community of Ilkley, West Yorkshire. The Playhouse also hosts community arts events such as the Ilkley Film Society and Ilkley Literature Festival.Drama classes for young people, from 8 to 17 year olds are held on Saturday mornings from September to July.
Shallal
ArtsPromote, maintain, improve and advance education and to preserve and protect health particularly by providing access to and involvement in the performing arts including the arts of dance, theatre, music, visual arts, film, costume, photography, sculpture, writing and theatre technical skills by a wide range of the community, especially those who need a supportive environment.
The David Lean Foundation
Arts, EducationThe Charity's activities to achieve its objects include making awards (1) to other charities whose aims include similar aims (2) for Film student scholarships
Iris Prize Outreach Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, SocietyTraining and education in film production and the promotion of equality and diversity specifically by working to eliminate discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation by supporting film productions made by winners of the Iris Prize, Cardiff's international lesbian and gay short film prize.
'spectrum Wasp'
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe offer a comprehensive schedule of structured events and activities, including residential breaks, cinema outings, arts and craft sessions, family day trips, music therapy sessions, wall climbing, biking, cooking, swimming, trampolining etc. This helps to develop confidence, coordination, interaction, life and learning skills for Children/Young People on the Autistic Spectrum.
Hailsham Pavilion Limited
ArtsCinema
Rex Cinema Wareham
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentTo increase knowledge of and interest in film by offering a mixed programme of both commercial and non commercial film, including arthouse, foreign and classics, in the Purbeck area including local rural communities. To encourage development of skills in film making by running workshops for young people and by offering screening opportunities for young film makers.
'signals' Essex Media Centre LTD
ArtsSignals provides the opportunity for everyone to participate in media production. Through courses, exhibition, and projects. This work encourages participation & understanding & develops technical & personal skills.
The Old Bank, Camelford
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Facilities, HealthA community centre based in Camelford, North Cornwall. We provide meeting space for community activities including a youth cafe, a walking club. a film club, photographic society, art classes, book club, games evenings and a range of healthy living activities. We also run a community larder.
The Conquest Theatre Trust Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportThe Conquest Theatre Trust presents theatrical activities to North Herefordshire and the surrounding area by: owning and operating a theatre, producing amateur plays, engaging professional productions and showing films. It also has a thriving youth section. It is notable in having no employees: actors, musicians, backstage, front of house and management staff are all volunteers.
Saltford Community Association
Arts, Associations, Education, Facilities, LeisureThis charity runs a village hall and a number of its associated activities, as well as letting out its premises to other interest groups. It facilitates community participation by also running a village festival every other year, and has some sectional organisations, panto, choir, drama, short mat bowls, and a small musical production group, as well as computer classes and a community cinema.
Arch-Way Project
Arts, Health, Leisure, Social welfareUsing music, art, exercise and beauty/holistic therapies as a vehicle to engage with adults living with mental health issues and those who are isolated and/or lonely in the community. We provide: music lessons, group singing, art and creative writing groups, film club, holistic beauty, Thai Chi and Pilates classes as well as a live music event aimed at those living with or at risk from dementia
Code 7 LTD
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationCode 7 provides Performing Arts Mentoring, Education and Training for underprivileged young people in South London and the surrounding boroughs. We specialise in providing activities in Music Composition, Drama and Film Production as well as key skills, such as English and Maths.This is supported with a Mentoring Service which helps with the young people's social issues.
Toads Theatre Company
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary groupDuring year ending 30/06/25 TOADS performed 8 productions (0ne of 12 perfomances, others 7 ) with 1 night for local charities. Youth Group provided a production of 2 nights. 2 months were dark for essential maintenance. A variety of 1 night professional acts appeared during the season. A regular afternoon social club, monthly cinema club and themed social evenings are also available.
Valley Community Theatre
Arts, Beneficiary groupArts facilities operator and provider of theatre, dance, music, art and film opportunities for young people and the community in Liverpool.
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.