Arts Charities
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Southend Bach Choir
ArtsAdult Choir of mixed age, sex and ability. We rehearse weekly and learn choral works which we then perform at 4 public concerts per year. We also undertake concerts for the benefit of other charities, both local and national.
Surrey Philharmonic Society
ArtsTo perform concerts of music in Surrey. To educate and entertain the general public in classical orchestral music
Gloucestershire Symphony Orchestra
ArtsPerforms concerts of classical music throughout Gloucestershire
Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, FacilitiesOur Charity provides facilities - main hall with stage, annexe hall, kitchen and cloakroom - for all groups and societies in our community. This includes also the Pantomime Group, both rehearsals and performances; Council Meetings every 6 weeks and the Playgroup every weekday morning during term time. It is also available to hire for private functions.
1st Falfield St George Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Leisure1st Falfield Scout Group is a Community based group and offering over 200 activities, from abseiling and archery to drama, street sports and water zorbing, for boys and girls aged from 6 to 14 years of age.The Scout Group is committed to being inclusive of all young people, regardless of their gender, race, religion or belief, ability or disability and has a clear Equal Opportunities Policy.
Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, LeisureThundridge Village Hall provides accommodation for meetings of local societies, indoor sports, dance classes, band practice, bazaars, children's parties and jumble sales. There are kitchen facilities for food preparation & cooking. There is seating for up to 120 people. The hall is used by the local primary school for dining & physical recreation. The stage is used for school plays.
Blacklands County Primary School Parent Teacher Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationWe raise funds by holding several events during the school year. Funds are spent to enhance the school experience of Ark Blacklands Primary Academy pupils. A proportion of funds are allocated annually to each year group to be spent on workshops/trips. The remaining funds are used for extra books/ICT equipment, play equipment etc. Any staff member can request funding by applying to the charity.
The Shifnal Carnival Committee
ArtsORGANISING AN ANNUAL STREET CARNIVAL IN SHIFNAL, SHROPSHIRE AND FURTHERING LOCAL CHARITABLE CAUSES
Sir Arthur Sullivan Society
Arts, Charitable activitiesTo advance the education of the public in, and promote the performance of the music of, Arthur Sullivan (1842-1900) and other contemporaneous British composers by means of performances, recordings, publications, lectures and other means.
Willoughby-On-The-Wolds Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, LeisureVillage hall used by used by most activity groups in the Village including dance, keep-fit, Playgroup
Jacksdale Miners' Welfare Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Leisure, Professionssupport junior and senior table tennis clubs 2 junior football teams childrens committee older peoples activities ie line dancing movement to music,bowls club pilates , keep fit, kickboxing,tai chi, kids zone , we heavily support our local school relating to them having the use of various rooms and also the local volunteer run library
Frodsham And District Choral Society
ArtsPerforming a minimum of four concerts per year of very varied choral music, working with professional/graduate student soloists and musicians to the benefit of our members and audiences
Standon Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionWe provide a venue for local groups to meet e.g. Brownies, Rainbows, Yoga Classes, Drama Club, U3A, church groups, Morris Men, Embroidery Group, Fitness classes etc.
Winchester City Festival Choir
ArtsThis is an amateur Choral Society which meets weekly during term times to rehearse choral works for performances in January/February each year and with other local choirs, as part of the Hampshire Choral Festival in May.
Seaforth Hall
Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, Leisure, ReligionTO HAVE AVAILABLE A HALL AND FACILITIES FOR THE LOCAL COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES WHICH INCLUDES DANCE TEACHING, EXERCISE CLASSES, THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS, MONTHLY CHURCH SERVICE, RESIDENTS MEETINGS, EDUCATIONAL CLASSES.
The Friends Of Little Missenden Festival
Arts, Associations, Charitable activitiesTo advance and improve public education and appreciation of the arts, and in particular to give financial and practical support to the Little Missenden Festival - for full details of the objects of the charity see the copy constitution of the charity lodged with the Charity Commission.
Newtown Llantwit Communal Facilities Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Social welfareThe community centre is of service to the community of Llantwit Fardre & beyond. It provides a safe & secure environment for a wide range of activities, ranging from playgroup to OAP drama, dancing, social activities and many more.
1st Goring On Thames Scouts
Arts, Associations, LeisureBeavers, Cubs, Scouts, Rainbows, Brownies, Guides run from our HQ. Hall & facilities hired to different groups, eg dancing and gardening plus functions for the community of Goring.
Nottinghamshire Family History Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, HeritageProviding advice and help to people researching their family history, both in the UK and world wide both via books and CDs of data re births marriages and deaths, and also individual enquiries. This service is not just limited to Society Members.
The Sheffield Youth Orchestra
Arts, Beneficiary groupThe advancement of the musical education of young people. To increase their knowledge, understanding and love of music, their ability to develop musically and to give them the opportunity to perform to the most advanced standard of which they are capable.
Everton Primary School Fund
Arts, EducationPRIMARY SCHOOL FUND FOR COLLECTION OF UNIFORM MONIES, PHOTOS, SCHOOL OUTINGS, ANY EXTRA FUNDS INCLUDING DONATIONS ARE USED TO PAY FOR BOOKS/EQUIPMENT NEEDS THE SCHOOL MAY HAVE WHICH MAY NOT BE COVERED BY THE ANNUAL BUDGET
Fairways Community Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Health, LeisureAshtanga Yoga Yin Yoga Mindfullness sessions Library servicechildrens yogaCardio fitnesspilatesfundraising events Holistic health therapiescafe 3 Religious groups Various keep fit groupsC'mon in Club (learning difficulties anCouncil surgeries and meetingQi GongGardening
North East Early Music Forum
ArtsThe organisation of practical workshops for the study and private performance of music generally composed before 1750.
Morpeth Music Society
Arts, Economic and community development, EducationWe provide classical music concerts for the public in the local rural area. We also grant an annual scholarship to an outstanding local music student and organise masterclasses with professional musicians for local school pupils.
Heathfield Choral Society
Arts, Health, HousingLearning and performing choral works with professional orchestras and soloists. Also visiting and entertaining residents in local nursing homes.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 6,454 registered arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the 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 arts charities?
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 arts charities?
Across all 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 arts charities?
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.