Arts Charities
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The Friends Of Dorset Opera
Arts, AssociationsThe promotion and furtherance of the charitable objects of Dorset Opera
Tsung Tsin Association (uk) Limited
Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, Social welfare(1) the promotion of any charitable purpose for the relief and settlement of members of the Ha Ka dialect speaking Chinese community in the United Kingdom and particularly those members of the community who are infirmed and poor; and (2) the advancement of the education of the public in their unique history, literature, customs and traditions of the Ha Ka speaking Chinese community.
Essex Symphony Orchestra
Arts, EducationWeekly orchestral rehearsals leading to 4 annual public concerts.Outreach activities with local schools and other organisations.
Cheltenham Choral Society
Arts, EducationPreparing for and presenting three to four choral concerts per year; co-operation and involvement in these activities with local schools, orchestras and other organisations; singing for charity.
Edmund Barnes Charity For Organ And Choir Fund Of Wimborne Minster
ArtsThe Organ and Choir Fund for Wimborne Minster
Hamsteels Community Hall Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, Housing, LeisurePROVIDE A VENUE FOR LOCAL GROUPS AND CLUBS. INC HISTORY GROUPSLUNCHEON CLUB FOR ELDERLY LOCAL RESIDENTSPARISH MEETINGSSOCIAL HOUSING MEETINGSPOLICE AND COMMUNITY MEETINGSVENUE FOR LOCAL SPORTS CLUB INC BOWLS CLUB, LINE DANCING,ZUMBA History Group0001
Imago Mundi
Arts, HeritageProduces the bi-annual 'Imago Mundi: the International Journal for the History of Cartography'. It is also responsible for coordinating the biennial series of International Conferences in the History of Cartography. In general, its aim is to promote and extend interest in the academic history of cartography worldwide.
Plymouth Symphony Orchestra
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe promotion, development and maintenance of public education in, and the appreciation of the art and science of orchestral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts and by such other ways as the Orchestra, through its Committee, shall determine from time to time.
Hereford Police Male Choir
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Saving of livesFund raising concerts
The Rossendale Players
Arts, Beneficiary groupWe provide entertainments for the general public in the Arts, predominantly in the form of stage drama but with occasional musical presentations. The proceeds from selected performances are donated to local charities. We additionally involve youth members who form a distinct Section of our organisation.
Walkerville Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, HealthParent & Toddler Group,Wives Club,Bridge Club, Musical Society, Over 65s Activity Group, WARP Games Group, Art Class, Dance Fit, Craft Class, Mesothelioma, Walking club, Wing Chun club, Jodo Club, Truth Seekers meetings, Meditation Group. The premises are available for hire,one large hall,two lounge rooms for up to 40 persons,one meeting for 20 persons, kitchen facilities are available
Pontfaen Young Farmers' Club
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisurePontfaen YFC meet on a weekly basis. The club is open to all young people aged 10 to 26 years of age. Activities include art & craft, drama, sport etc.
West Meads Community Centre & Association
Arts, Associations, Facilities, LeisureWE PROVIDE LEISURE & SOCIAL FACILITIES FOR RESIDENTS IN ALDWICK AND WEST MEADS. OFTEN PROVIDING THE ONLY CONTACT FOR SOME WITH THE REST OF SOCIETY. WE PROVIDE ARTS, CRAFTS, PATCHWORK & QUILTING, CARPET BOWLS, KEEP FIT, LINE DANCING, TAEKWONDO, BRIDGE CLUBS, SOCIAL CLUB, COFFEE MORNINGS & YOGA THE CENTRE IT IS WELL USED AND MUCH APPRECIATED BY THE RESIDENTS OF THE LOCAL AREA .
Northamptonshire Record Society
Arts, HeritageThe editing and publication of materials relating to the history of the ancient County of Northamptonshire; stimulation of interest in Northamptonshire by arranging lectures, and by other means; maintenance of a library and its furnishings for the benefit of members of the Society; and the care of manuscripts, books, paintings and other objects which may be given or lent to the Society.
Concord Video And Film Council Limited
Arts, Education, HeritageProvides training DVDs and Videos to Social Services, Higher Education and Universities.Provides DVDs and Videos about the Arts to Higher & Further Education bodies plus Museums and Art Galleries etc.
Moulton Village Hall
Arts, Facilities, Leisure"... physical & mental training & recreation & social, moral & intellectual development through the medium of a Village Hall to be used for the purposes of a reading & recreation room library lectures classes recreations & entertainments or otherwise as may be found expedient for the benefit of the inhabitants of the parish of Moulton & its immediate vicinity without distinction of sex or of pol..
Shrewsbury Choral Society
ArtsThe promotion and enjoyment of choral singing and music.
William Cowper Pre-School Nursery (toftwood)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationPre-School learning, painting, drawing, singing, listening to stories, role play, jigsaws, games. outside play equipment.
Capel-Le-Ferne Village Hall
Arts, Facilities, LeisureThe Vllage Hall is a benefit given to the residents of Capel-le-Ferne for a range of activities.The two halls are available for hire by residents and non residents for:-parties, badminton, short mat bowls, exercise and other sports activities, conferences educational purposes, meetings, club venues, drama and other purposes.More information on www.capelvillagehall.com
Hartford Community Associations
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureProviding facilities for a large range of activities: from Pre-School to Over 50s groups. Including Rainbows and Brownies, Dance Classes Yoga and karate. Music & reading groups. The facilities are also available for hire for children parties and most type of function.
Redhill Sinfonia
Arts, ReligionWe are an amateur orchestra who perform each year a minimum of three public orchestral concerts, under the leadership of a professional conductor and leader, in various locations (principally the Harlequin Theatre, Redhill and Reigate Park Church) within the Borough of Reigate and Banstead.
The Disabled Photographers Society
ArtsWe help and assist disabled persons by the provision of cameras, which are suitably adapted to meet their individual needs, to enable them to engage in and enjoy photography in its many aspects. We also run photography competitions, exhibitions, studio days, various photographic events and publish a quarterly magazine for our members, to inform and encourage them.
The Orchid Society Of Great Britain
Arts, LeisureThe object of the Society is the furtherance of the knowledge and conservation of Orchidaceous plants by encouraging the cultivation of these plants; also gathering and disseminating particulars of their cultivation by holding meetings and shows, and publication of a quarterly Journal.
Tads Theatre Group
Arts, LeisurePerformance of plays, education and entertainment.
Music In Lyddington
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe presentation of public concerts, recitals, masterclasses and otherwise to promote public education in, enjoyment and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects.
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.