Arts Charities
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Leeds Heritage Theatres
ArtsMaintain and develop the Leeds Grand Theatre, City Varieties Music Hall and Hyde Park Picture House. Offer drama, opera, ballet, musicals, comedy, variety, pantomime and arthouse / mainstream films. Increase engagement with performing arts and with heritage of these listed buildings through innovative learning and interpretation programmes.
The Serpentine Trust
Arts, HeritageThe Serpentine Trust's vision is to open up art, for everyone, for free. It is responsible for running the Serpentine South and North galleries, and its mission is to exhibit, commission and promote the understanding of art, architecture and design through varied Exhibition, Education and Public Programmes.
London Philharmonic Orchestra Limited
ArtsPROVISION OF ORCHESTRAL SERVICES AND MUSIC EDUCATION
German School Association Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationTo educate children and adults in the language, literature and general culture of GermanyTo promote the education of German speaking persons of all ages resident in Germany and elsewhere in the language, literature and general culture of EnglandGenerally to promote the study of German culture in England, and English culture in Germany.
Chetham's Hospital School And Library
Arts, Education, HealthProvision of a musical and academic education to young prople between the ages of 8 and 18. To provide, under the terms of Humphrey Chetham's will, a "Library within the Town of Manchester, for the use of scholars, and others well affected, to resort unto". Maintenance and improvement of the School, Library and Hospital premises and the award of allowances and other financial assistance.
Rose Bruford College Of Theatre And Performance
Arts, EducationRose Bruford College is a university sector institution providing a range of education and training opportunities and supporting research in the theatrical arts and technologies.
The Royal Society Of Medicine
Arts, Health1. Broad range of educational activities/opportunities for doctors, dentists and veterinary surgeons, including students, and for allied healthcare professionals.2. Exchange of information/ideas on medicine, within the health professions and with public opinion.3. Publish medical books, and distance learning materials.4. Maintain one of the largest medical libraries in Europe.
Radha Soami Satsang Beas British Isles
Arts, ResearchCommission and distribute literature on the Radha Soami teachings. Guide authors in their research and writings on spirituality and religion. Raise awareness of organ donations and support NHS in holding blood donation camps. Support other Charities in UK and Europe with similar objectives to its own to hold weekly and national meetings where discourses on the Radha Soami teachings are given.
Sheffield Theatres Trust
Arts, EducationSheffield Theatres is a large theatre complex comprising of 3 venues, producing and receiving work in buildings run by one management, touring and transferring productions nationally and delivering an extensive programme of work in schools and communities
The Hall School Charitable Trust
Arts, Education, LeisureThe School's principal activity is the education of boys aged between four and thirteen, including sports, music, drama, arts and crafts and other activities.
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society
Arts, Beneficiary groupThe Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society's mission is to promote the love of music. Activities include: Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir; Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and Youth, Community and Gospel Choirs; CD label RLPOlive; an education and participation programme; and contemporary, jazz and world music alongside rock, pop, comedy and classic films in Philharmonic Hall.
Booktrust
Arts, Beneficiary groupReading changes lives. Booktrust ensures all children and families have the opportunity to enjoy and be confident in their reading. We provide expertise for parents and professionals to make quality choices of reading for children. We engage with communities in the promotion of reading. And we advocate for national and local policies to recognise the social and economic importance of reading.
Gard'ner Memorial Limited
Arts, EducationThe main activity of the company, which is a charitable company limited by guarantee, having no share capital, is to provide an education to meet the specific needs of all the boys admitted to the school, who have in common the fact that they would not thrive in mainstream schooling and who need additional help and support, especially in the areas of numeracy and literacy skills.
Premier Christian Media Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, ReligionPromotion of the Christian religion through radio broadcast, magazine publication, online activity and events. Support of all those in need through a Lifeline telephone service. Encouragement and support for the church in the use of new media. Campaigning on single-issues which are of concern to Christians and the church.
The Ashridge (bonar Law Memorial) Trust
Arts, EducationASHRIDGE UNDERTAKES 3 PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES. PRAGMATIC RESEARCH RELEVANT TO ALL BUSINESS SECTORS IS WIDELY DISSEMINATED THROUGH PROGRAMMES, PUBLICATIONS AND THE INTERNET. THE HISTORIC ESTATE IS WELL MAINTAINED AND REGULARLY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. EXECUTIVE EDUCATION COMPRISES MANAGEMENT AND ORGANISATION DEVELOPMENT THROUGH PUBLIC AND CUSTOMISED PROGRAMMES, WITH THE OPTION OF ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS.
The Aes Tring Park School Trust
Arts, EducationThe provision of advancement in general education and specialised performing arts training in dance, drama, musical theatre and music. Training will also cover other forms of theatre, performance, art and any other subjects considered likely to assist students desiring to follow a career in or connected with the arts, colleges and universities specialising in similar subjects.
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Limited
ArtsTO PROMOTE, MAINTAIN AND ADVANCE EDUCATION, PARTICULARLY MUSICAL EDUCATION AND TO ENCOURAGE THE ARTS OF MUSIC, DRAMA, MIME, DANCING AND SINGING. MAINTAINING SYMPHONIC ORCHESTRAS AND PROMOTING, ORGANISING AND PARTICIPATING IN CONCERTS, ENRICHING PEOPLE'S LIVES THROUGH MUSIC OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY, REACHING THE WIDEST POSSIBLE AUDIENCE IN THE CONCERT HALL AND THE COMMUNITY.
The Wigmore Hall Trust
ArtsThe key objects of the Trust are to maintain and administer Wigmore Hall and to promote appreciation and knowledge of chamber music, song and other art forms, for the benefit of the public.
Philharmonia LTD
Arts, Charitable activitiesThe charitable objectives are the advancement of public education through the promotion and support of the art of music, particularly by the promotion and encouragement of orchestral music and the relief of povertyand distress amongst playing members of any symphony orchestra for the time being maintained by the Charity. We achieve this by maintaining a symphony orchestra of the highest quality.
The Wolverhampton Grand Theatre (1982) Limited
ArtsThe operation of the Grand Theatre in Wolverhampton.
Halle Concerts Society
ArtsThe Halle Concerts Society maintains and manages the Halle Orchestra. It promotes concerts by the Orchestra and other artists and ensembles in Manchester; presents concerts throughout the UK and overseas in association with local promoters, produces recordings and radio and television broadcasts and undertakes a full programme of educational and outreach work.
London Contemporary Dance (the Place) Limited
Arts, EducationThe principal activity of The Place is the development of contemporary dance through a higher education establishment, producing and touring work, a theatre and other artistic and educational activities.
Northern Ballet Limited
Arts, EducationNorthern Ballet is a classical ballet company which tours for approximately 26 weeks each year to 18 cities within the United Kingdom. Performances are narrative, theatrical and dramatic and are accessible to a diverse range of audiences who would not otherwise see the highest quality of dance. Northern Ballet is also committed to advancing education in the arts through training and workshops.
Garsington Opera Limited
Arts, EducationEstablished in 1989, Garsington Opera is a professional opera company which has established a reputation for producing opera of the highest standard with a repertoire that combines both well known operas and discoveries of little known works. Garsington Opera has played a full a role as possible in the local community and an educational programme is run in local schools.
Marlborough House Vinehall School Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureEducation. Marlborough Vinehall School is an educational charity for girls and boys from 2 to 13 yeas old. We aim for the highest quality of academic tuition and the development of wider sporting, musical, artistic and social skills in all our pupils. Further details may be found on our website: www.mhvschool.co.uk
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.