Arts Charities That specialise in Media and publishing
Discover 2,214 Arts charities that specialise in Media and publishing. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Housman Society
Arts, Beneficiary groupPromotes knowledge and appreciation of the lives and works of A.E. Housman, other members of his family and the causes of literature and poetry.Activities include the publication of an Annual Journal, a Newsletter twice a year, Poetry Readings and Discussions, Commemorations in Bromsgrove and Ludlow, an Annual Lecture and the publication of books about A.E.Housman & family.
The Richard Jefferies Society
ArtsThe charity was founded in 1950 to promote appreciation and study of the writings of Richard Jefferies (1848-1887). Members receive spring and autumn newsletters, an annual report and a Journal and can take advantage of the Society's extensive library. Activities include winter meetings, a study day, special outings, events, a Birthday Lecture and an Annual General Meeting.
The Aylesbury Society
ArtsWatching brief on all local authority planning applications and comment where appropriate. Monthly meetings for members between Sept & May. Quarterley magazine. Annual outings. Encourage good design & aesthetics and streetcapes in the town.
Bideford And District Community Archive Council
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, HeritageResearching and recording the history of Bideford, Northam and the surrounding district, including the indexing of the Bideford Gazette newspaper. Publishing booklets on aspects of local history .Creating topic packs on local history primarily for use by schools. Assisting members of the public who wish to research local and family history
North Midlands Ia
Arts, HealthTo provide practical help and advice to anyone who is about to have a surgical procedure which will result in an ileostomy or internal pouch. To keep members of the charity and other interested groups aware of topics of interest by means of periodic publications and local meetings.
The Prince George Galitzine Memorial Fund
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageWe gave grants to projects in Russia helping families with children with muscular dystrophy. Since 2022, we no longer work in Russia, nor finance the library we created, The Prince George Galitzine Memorial Library at 46 Fontanka Embankment, St Petersburg, our aim was to preserve Russian history of the 20th Century through books. We hope to continue to find cultural projects to promote elsewhere
Pinner Local History Society
Arts, HeritageEncouraging the study of and interest in local history and archeology in all its aspects with a special reference to the history of Pinner and its environs. To publish the results of members' research in the society's NEWSLETTER and in published books
Wye Historical Society
Arts, HeritageThe Society organises an annual programme of lectures (October to April) on local history and archaeology as well as excursions for members during the summer to sites of historical interest. The Society undertakes research and publishes historical books and periodicals. Its archives contain a wider range of material (e.g., maps, letters, photographs, taped interviews).
S.a. Oliver Charitable Settlement
Arts, Education, HeritageThe Charity owns a number of paintings, books, postcards and antique items of historical interest which all have a direct link with the Borough of Runnymede. Items are regularly displayed in the Chertsey Museum with the Literary items being stored at Royal Holloway College. The Charity looks to maintain and add to the Collections on a regular basis.
Library Services Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, Education, HousingMaking grants to individuals, groups and organisations who are members of or are associated with the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) to help further their educational and or professional development including attendance at courses, conferences weekend, schools and educational visits at home and overseas and other promotional activities.
Lancashire And Cheshire Fauna Society
Arts, EnvironmentCollation of Fauna records from Lancashire and Cheshire and dissemination of information via Annual Bird Reports, Web Site, occasional General Reports and occasional Books (i.e. The Atlas of Breeding Birds of Lancashire and North Merseyside (2002), Birds of Lancashire and North Merseyside (2008))
The Laban Guild
ArtsThe Laban Guild is a charitable organisation founded in 1946 to promote and advance the study of Laban-based movement and dance. The first President was Rudolf Laban.The charity promotes courses, masterclasses and events, in a diverse number of venues and educational settings and our magazine Movement, Dance & Drama magazine is produced 3 times a year for members/subscribers.
St Albans And District Footpaths Society
Arts, Economic and community development, FacilitiesProvide, preserve, & protect public rights of way over footpaths and other ways, in particular those in the City & District of St Albans and adjoining areas. Preserve & enhance the beauty of the countryside for the benefit of the public.Advance the education of the general public in matters relating to the foregoing objectives.Write & publish leaflets and walks books.
Lower Test Valley Archaeological Study Group
Arts, Education, Heritage25 Open meetings each year Distribution of a regular newsletter to members Twice weekly workshops for active research Occasional exhibitions and full day courses Guided walks in and around Romsey Assistance to school and educational projects Talks and slide shows to other groups Liaison and co-operation with local organisations Publication of LTVAS books and pamphlets.
South Warwickshire Hospital Broadcasting Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, HousingProviding a local broadcasting service for hospitals, old people's homes and similar institutions. The Association has studios in Warwick Hospital, Warwick.
The Macedonian Society Of Great Britain
ArtsSocial and cultural activities for members, friends and other similar organisationsThe study, research and promotion of our National interests and of the Macedonian culture, literature and arts as part of Hellenic culture.Financial and moral support and assistance to the Society's members and in general to our compatriots in need.
Kidlington And District Historical Society
Arts, HeritageThe Society carries out research into the local history of Kidlington the adjoining area. It publishes its findings as books and pamphlets.In its educational role the Society holds monthly meetings with lectures on local historical subjects.
Colchester Archaeological Group
Arts, HeritageThrough lectures, study visits, publications, excavations and fieldwork to educate and promote a knowledge of and interest in archaeology, both generally and with particular reference to Colchester and district
Friends Of The Bodleian
Arts, Associations, Education, HeritageAcquiring by gift, purchase or otherwise, and present to the Bodleian Library rare printed books and manuscripts as well as other items of literary, musical, historical or artistic interest, assisting the library in the purchase of any such material and its preservation; promoting and supporting the library in its aim to fulfil the needs of the University of Oxford.
Suffolk Book League
Arts, Beneficiary groupOrganises presentations by authors, which are attended by members of Suffolk Book League and by members of public. Has outreach programme providing reading materials to children and supports literacy projects,
The Shiloh Pentecostal Fellowship Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Facilities, Health, Social welfareWeekly befriending coffee sessions for multicultual communities especially the isolated; setting up of a community info point. Weekly children & youths activities including, group discussions, games, setting up of community library. Educational trips and half term music workshop. Community Visitations. Evangelistic outreach. Advice and counselling. Donations to individuals and charities.
Banbury Historical Society
Animals, Arts, HeritageHold monthly meetings addressed by speakers on wide variety of historical subjects. Publish annual journal 'Cake and Cock Horse' containing articles of local historical interest. Publish occasional research volumes on local historical subjects. Arrange summer outings to places of local historical interest.
The Hahnemann House Trust
Arts, Health, Heritage, HousingA public museum for housing and exhibition of relics belonging to Dr Samuel Hahnemann, a public library for housing and reading of publications of Dr Samuel Hahanemann. All in aid of advancement of the teaching and practice of homeopathy and research in matters relating to homeopathy
The E A Bowles Of Myddelton House Society
Arts, LeisureTo educate the general public by stimulating a greater interest in and knowledge of the horticultural works and publications of the late Edward Augustus Bowles of Myddelton House, Bulls Cross, Enfield
Cercle Francais De Winchester
Arts, Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the education of the public in French language, French literature, french history, and French culture in the City of Winchester and the surrounding region.
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.