Arts Charities
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Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Komedia Productions
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo advance education for the public benefit by the promotion of the arts at affordable prces to the public. This covers the full spectrum of performance art from drama, music, children's performances, education and comedy.
Aldridge Youth Theatre
Arts, Beneficiary groupYouth Theatre
English Baroque Choir
ArtsPerformance of classical choral music.
Wilderness Trust
Arts, Housing, Research, Social care, Social welfareEnvironmental protection and enhancementEducation in traditional crafts, arts, sustainable living, natural sciences and heritagePromotion of the artsRelief of suffering by inclusion of marginalised people in communal life and work and by providing a place of temporary refuge or respite
One World Group Oxted
Arts, Economic and community development, Education, HealthAIDS EDUCATION, BOOKS, SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECTS, HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT, AGRICULTURE PROJECTS, WELLS,SMALL BUSINESS INITIATIVES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES.
Central Bible Hammond Trust Limited
Arts, ReligionPrinting, publishing and selling books, periodicals, calendars and other publications designed to propagate the Protestant and Evangelical tenets of the Christian faith which are in line with the interpretation put forward by such early writers of the 'Brethren' movement as J.N.Darby and W.Kelly.
Ninfield Village Memorial Hall
Animals, Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe Memorial Hall is used by a wide section of the local community.i.e Pre School,Mums & Toddlers,,Cubs & Scouts for the youth. Golden Circle(Ex WI)Flower Group,Horticultural ,Dancing Dog Training.keep fit classes.
Wetwang Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureVillage hall hired to various members of the local community and anyone wishing to use the facilities. The hall is used for badminton, karate, toddler group, school gym sessions, Country Women, Parish Council, etc. Additionally the village run an annual scarecrow festival which raises funds for the hall.
West Kirby Musical Theatre Company
ArtsTo educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts by promoting plays, drama, comedies, operas, operettas and other dramatic and operatic works.
Kinver Light Operatic Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationTo present annually a musical, pantomime and play involving adults and young people. We perform at Kinver High School, Kinver, South Staffs. Donations are made annually to charities proposed by the membership at annual general meetings.
The Federation Of Children's Book Groups
Arts, Beneficiary groupBringing children and books together throughout the UK
Stoke-On-Trent Repertory Players
Arts, Beneficiary groupThe charity's organisational structure was unchanged during the year.The Repertory Players are a permanent amateur company who provide a balanced and stimulating season of plays.Stimulate and educate young people through "The Young Rep"Members provide all the support to visiting companies to Stoke on Trent Repertory Theatre
Stoke Fleming Village Hall
Arts, FacilitiesProviding a first class hall for local clubs and groups - the village library is also sited in the hall
The Brierley Hill Musical Theatre Company
ArtsPerformance of Musical Shows, Pantomimes and Concerts by Amateur performers to the General Public
Ashford (kent) Choral Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchAims: to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music by the presentation of public concerts and recitals
Dodworth Miners' Welfare Scheme
Arts, Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsThe Provision of a Recreation Ground for the benefit of the Inhabitants (and in particular, but not exclusively, members of the past Mining Community) of the area of benefit, without distinction of Political, Religious, or other opinions, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said Inhabitants.We incorporate Brass Band,Bowling,Football,Rugby & Boxing/Exercise Gym Facilities.
The Leicester Philharmonic Choir
ArtsTo Promote Choral Singing in the midlands
Cann Bridge School Fund
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationTo provide specialist equipment & support for pupils with severe learning difficulties, including activities & learning experiences outside of the curriculum like music workshops, theatre visits, rebound therapy. To assist with costs of Residential Trips for pupils to experience activities outside of school based provision to face new challenges & promote independence & learning opportunities.
Cymdeithas Ty Tawe - Canolfan Gymraeg Abertawe
ArtsCanolfan Gymraeg - ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg a dysgwyrWelsh Centre - for Welsh speakers and learners
The Temple Music Trust
Arts, Education, ReligionThe object of the charity is the advancement of musical education for the benefit of the public, and in particular: (1) the promotion of the musical training and general education of the choristers of the Temple Church by the provision and award of scholarships; and (2) the promotion of the appreciation of choral music by public performance in the Temple Church
The New Forest Players
Arts, LeisureWE CONTINUE THE TRADITION OF MEETING OUR OBJECTIVES BY STAGING FOUR LIVE PUBLIC PERFORMANCES A YEAR THAT WILL PROVIDE AMATEUR ACTORS AND SINGERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP AND SHOW THEIR SKILLS TO LOCAL AUDIENCES. THE MEMBERS OF THE CHARITY HOLD CLUB NIGHTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR THAT INCLUDE PROGRAMMES OF ENTERTAINMENT. THESE ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Cor Meibion Pontarddulais/ The Pontarddulais Male Voice Choir
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo foster and promote the education of the general public in the appreciation of music in all its aspects and to co-operate with local authorities, educational institutions and cultural societies relating to the practice, presentation and study of music, in order, inter alia, to promote better and more widespread performance of Male Choral work, both within the United Kingdom and Worldwide
Reformation Today
Arts, ReligionThe Trust promotes the Christian faith as described by the London Confession of Faith (1689). It does this by means of publishing its magazine "Reformation Today", organising the Carey Conference for those in Christian leadership and ministry, book publishing and ministry in the two-thirds world through its provision of literature and support of conference ministry.
Marchesi Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, FacilitiesThe Marchesi Community Centre is a community resource used by many of its members living in the Windermere & District AreaThe centre is used by the whole community.Trips and events are organised and enjoyed by many members and their guests,Various activities include, art, movement & mobility, craft, coffee & chat dancing to name but a few.
The Bangladesh Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, HousingWelfare Rights Advice, Hostel Accommodation, Community Education, ICT Project,Multilingual Medical Advice, Women Affairs, Elderly Project, Cultural Activities, Library & Information Services, Community Development/Liaison.
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.