Arts Charities
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Hounslow Festival Of Music, Speech And Dance
ArtsThe Hounslow Festival of M, S & D (affiliated to the British and International Federation of Festivals for Music, Dance & Speech) is a competitive festival with classes of all ages and abilities in Singing/ Piano/ Dancing/Instrumental & Speech that takes place every year. The aim is to encourage the study & performance of the arts by giving the opportunity for public performance & adjudication.
Ampa Foundation
ArtsGrants made in accordance with the Trust's charitable objects.
Fleetwood And District Choral Society
Arts, ResearchThe objects of the Society shall be to educate the public in the art and science of music by the rehearsal of choral music and the presentation of public concerts
Cardiff And Vale Youth Orchestra Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationTo advance the musical education of children and young persons under the age of 22 years who are ordinarily resident in or who receive their education within Cardiff County and the Vale of Glamorgan, by the provision of financial assistance, facilities or amenities additional to those provided by the local education authorities.
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 Maintain a research centre, containing our unpublished research material and a library with a help desk for the use of members and the general public.Transcribe and publish family history records.
The Canterbury Singers
ArtsRunning an amateur choir and arranging concerts and ancillary activities for the benefit of the choir's members and for the public benefit
The Chasah Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, Education, Social welfareAdult education focused on the role of the arts and business in improving outcomes for the poorer people in societyThe relief of povertyThe charity delivers a learning journey for young adults collaborating with other charities and makes grants to individuals and institutions for the furtherance of education and the relief of poverty in areas where we can work on systemic change.
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.
Ilford Operatic And Dramatic Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activitiesTo advance public education in Redbridge, and the surrounding area, in the arts of Music,and Drama, particularly among the Youth of the area.To, or for,the benefit of such other charitable purposes in Redbridge and elsewhere, as the Socity, through its committee may decide from time to time.
Exeter Youth Orchestra
Arts, Beneficiary groupExeter Children's Orchestra offers children and young people aged 7-18 (and their families) the chance to play a wide variety of music in a fun, friendly and safe environment. This includes tuition and performing in concerts for the community.
Clacton Concert Orchestra
Arts, Charity and VCS supportGive concerts in Clacton on Sea and the Tendring District in order to raise money for charitable purposes. We also like to provide a platform for young players to help develop their musical talents either through solo performances or by joining in with the orchestra to gain experience in orchestral playing either temporarily or as junior members of the orchestra.
Friends Of Bury Music Centre
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, EducationSUPPORT ORGANISATION FOR THE STAFF, PUPILS, AND ACTIVITIES OF BURY MUSIC CENTRE.RAISING FUNDS TO PURCHASE NEW INSTRUMENTS, AND TO PROVIDE LOANS TO PARENTS TO ASSIST THEM TO PURCHASE INSTRUMENTS.ASSIST WITH ORGANISING CONCERTS FOR VARIOUS BANDS AND ORCHESTRAS COACHED BY THE BURY MUSIC CENTRE.
Leasowe Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareRamblers group, , Cinema and Theatre group, Craft group, Educational and Pleasure outings, Friendship Luncheon group, Social group, visiting speakers most months,Summer Lunch, Musical evening, Christmas party evening, plus a couple of fundraising events each year.
The Friends Of The Church Of St Nicholas Castle Hedingham
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, ReligionFund raising in the community through ticket sales to village events, raffles, church choir performances and similar.
Rotary Club Of Lutterworth Wycliffe Trust Fund
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, EducationFundraising events - Swimfest Gala, Race Nights, Millionaires Evening, Barn-dance, Musical events, Quiz nights and Santa Fun Run.Public Service operations include stewarding of Town Council organised Chistmas and Feast Week events. Organising School Young Chef, Design and Writing & competitions.We support local charities & good causes as well as National & International charities & appeals.
The St Helens Choral Society
Arts, LeisurePublic entertainment by means of high quality, classical, choral concerts.
Withington Education Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureA trust set up in 1979 to the memory of Peter Withington, Headteacher of Frederick Gough Comprehensive School, for the benefit of young people up to the age of 21 and resident in the North Lincolnshire Council area.Trustees meet termly to make awards to support a wide range of endevours by young people such as music, performance, sports and international events.
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.
Hoddesdon Music Club
ArtsOrganise recitals and arrange trips to musical events
Elvington United Sports Club
Arts, Associations, Leisure, Social welfareSporting, recreational and associated social activities for the people of Elvington and the surrounding area. This currently includes football, netball, cricket, tennis, yoga and dancing groups.
1986 Bohra Reformist Trust
Arts, ReligionImproving religious education through books published by the trust and newspapers. Helping organisations overseas for this purpose.
The Rushmoor Choir
Arts, Social welfareThe Rushmoor Choir meets for a weekly rehearsal in preparation for four concerts every year, holds regular social events to encourage good relationship between members, leads singing at weddings in local area when booked and regularly takes part in local council twinning activities with European community choirs.
Pentyrch Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe offer women of all ages the chance to enjoy and learn new skills - crafts, arts, public speaking, sport and other leisure activities. In addition we provide the opportunity for our members to be fully involved in local community issues.
The Rotary Club Of New Mills Marple And District Benevolent Fund
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Housing, Social welfareOrganising fund raising events, such as jazz concerts, garden parties etc. Organising charity collections at Christmas, such as house to house collections, street collections and store collections. Ensuring the proceeds are donated to Rotary charities at home and overseas, and other good causes that are charitable (see website).
Bollington Festival Choir
Arts, Charity and VCS supportTo bring together a diverse group of individuals to sing together as a Choir, performing concerts and fundraising events.
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.