Arts Charities That specialise in Media and publishing
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Redditch And Bromsgrove Talking Newspaper
Arts, Health, LeisureTo provide a weekly talking newspaper, containing local news and other useful information including local and national government bulletins on social matters; community safety; environment; transport and leisure. The newspaper is distributed on USB memory sticks and uploaded onto the BWBF streamed service for accessing through the Talking Newspaper app and on smart speakers such as Alexa.
Friends Of Rainow School
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationFriends of Rainow School raises funds to enhance the education of the young people in the school through purchasing equipment and books, and funding educational activities and experiences for the young people.
The Tirril And Sockbridge Reading Room And Library
Arts, Facilities, LeisureDiverse community events are held in the village hall e.g. lectures, slide shows, Christmas, Spring and Summer fairs, etc. The hall is also hired out for use by local groups , art clubs, entertainment group, bowls club, wine club, gardening club, fitness classes etc.
Buxton Christian Bookshop
ArtsPromoting the Christian Religion by retailing of Christian Books, Bibles, cards & other Christian literature to satisfy the needs of local people, churches and visitors to the town.
The Odiham Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, Heritage, Social welfareHeritage Open Days; provision of short term Heritage Exhibitions; planning; participation in local events; provision and sale of historical publications and members journal; guided walks; provision and management of local families and War Memorial databases; responding to family history enquiries; Speaker Evenings on topics of local interest; themed social events; maintenance of local Archives;
Gorleston Competitive Festival
Arts, Charitable activitiesTo promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public particularly in arts activities. To advance and encourage the study and practice of Music, Drama, Dance, Literature, Art and Craft by the promotion of a Competitive Festival each year.
Harrogate And Knaresborough Toy Library
Arts, Beneficiary groupWe aim to give young children in the district the opportunity to extend their learning and reach their full potential by using appropriate toys and equipment borrowed at our library sessions. Indoor and outdoor stay and play provision is provided offering additional support for parents and carers and the opportunity for professionals to drop in on a regular basis.
The Friends Of Swindon Railway Museum Limited
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, HeritageTo support the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway in Swindon in promoting the history and legacy of the Great Western Railway and in particular the railway works through a programme of investment, education and promotion. The Friends help with the cost of purchase, restoration and display of artefacts, carry out fundraising and promote the Museum through events, activities & publications.
Codicote Local History Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageWe arrange:- Monthly members meetings with guest speakers Sept-MarchExcursions to places of historical interest July-AugustAnnual Family History DayVarious historical exhibitions in villageLocal History and Family history research We produce publications on the above
Devon And Cornwall Record Society
Arts, HeritageThe Society's New Series publications cover aspects of Westcountry political, social, religious, economic and maritime history. The Society publishes an annual volume which is sent to members on publication. Non-members may also purchase volumes. The Society's Collection of source material, mainly transcriptions of parish registers, is held at the Devon Heritage Centre for public use.
Cymdeithas Hynafiaethwyr Môn / Anglesey Antiquarian Society
Arts, Heritage, ResearchThe Society's objects are the practical study of archaeology, natural science, art, literature, history and kindred subjects as far as they pertain to Anglesey, also the preservation of historical documents, ancient monuments, rare birds and plants and objects of geological or other scientific interest in the Island, and to foster public interest in and appreciation of these subjects.
The Religious Drama Society Of Great Britain
ArtsRadius welcomes those seeking to explore spiritual, social and ethical themes through drama. As a forum for discussion it encourages a relationship between theatre and faith within contemporary culture and promotes plays that throw light on the human condition. It offers scripts for performance, an assessment service for new plays, a series of study guides, a magazine and a programme of workshops.
Tiles And Architectural Ceramics Society
ArtsThe study, recording and preservation of information and other material relating to tiles and architectural ceramics by way of education and guidance. We publish an annual academic journal and a less formal magazine. We arrange meetings, visits, lectures and similar activities both for members and the public. We encourage and provide information for conservation and artistic endeavour.
The Science Fiction Foundation
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, ResearchMaintains and develops a science fiction research collection and library.Raises funds to support the Foundation Collection.Publishes the Journal Foundation: The International Review of Science Fiction.Organises and supports conferences for the furtherance of Science Fiction education.Publishes papers, pamphlets and books on the subject of Science Fiction.
Wharfedale Talking News
Arts, HealthWe record local weekly newspapers digitally each week for blind and partially sighted people. Every month we produce a Talking Magazine and periodically we record the local council info "Otley Matters". Our listeners either receive a USB stick by post or listen online. Our area covers Otley, Guiseley, Pool, Bramhope, Rawdon, Horsforth, Adel, Cookridge, Ilkley, Menston, Burley and Addingham.
Ventnor And District Local History Society
Arts, HeritageWe make available through our heritage museum artefacts the history of Ventnor and the Undercliff. The public can view our exhibitions, carry out research etc. Our archives now total over 10000 individual items. We also give lectures, film shows etc. Our aim is to inform, educate and promote an interest in local history.
International Network For Energy Healing (uk)
ArtsEducation: Adult training courses and lectures on Energy Healing, certificated.Teacher training coursesConferences and Seminars with INEH Members and friendsProduction of INEH Journal twice per year
The Caroline Walker Trust
ArtsThe principal activity of the Trust in the year under review was the improvement of public health by means of good food.The Trust is a charitable body and was established in 1989 to continue the work of Caroline Walker in her spirit, and in particular to protect the quality of food. The work of the Trust is dependent on revenue from book publishing, report sales, donations and grants
Sherbrook Primary School Ptfa
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationWe currently have two fundraising projects. Our short term aim is to upgrade and refit our school library. Our long term aim is to refurbish and update our soft play area.
East Surrey Family History Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageHold regular meetings about family, local and social history matters. Issue a quarterly Journal. Attend family history and heritage events to provide advice and information. Maintain a research centre, containing our unpublished research material and a library with a help desk for the use of members and the general public.Transcribe and publish family history records.
Chipping Campden History Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageThe activities of Chipping Campden History Society include meetings with talks; trips to places of historical interest; a twice-yearly journal; a family history group; research activity; working with local community groups; and publications on topics of local interest. It maintains a local history room which contains documents, maps, books, reference material, etc. collected over many years.
Hatton School Friends Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureTo provide and assist in the provision of facilities for education (not normally provided by the Children's Services Authority) and leisure opportunites for pupils of the school, their families and others associated with the school. To foster more extended relationships between staff, parents and others.
The Devon History Society
Arts, HeritagePromoting interest in Devon's history and heritage by conferences, symposia and the publication of a journal. The society also encourages and offers support to those carrying out research into Devon's history.
Harrogate Hospital Radio Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health, LeisureThe purpose of the Society is the creation and broadcast of radio programmes for the benefit and entertainment of the Trust's patients, their families and friends, staff and volunteers together with the wider community supported by the Trust.
The Portsmouth Branch Of The University Of The Third Age
Arts, Education, Heritage, ResearchWe are a self-help educational and social organisation for retired and semi-retired. We offer a range of groups and activities such as: music discovery; french; spanish; book club; french reading; law, art; art appreciation; Upwords; Mah Jong; Rummikub; history; architecture; poetry & plays; film club; science & technology; philosophy.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many Media and publishing arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,214 registered Media and publishing arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the Media and publishing 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 Media and publishing arts charities?
Media and publishing arts charities reported a combined annual income of £6.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for Media and publishing arts charities?
Across all Media and publishing 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 Media and publishing arts charities?
Media and publishing arts charities have an average annual income of £678k. 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.