Arts Charities
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South West London Choral Society
ArtsPromotion of choral and other music, principally through organising regular choral music concerts in the Wandsworth area of London
Drayton Grange Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Health, Leisure, Religion, Saving of livesDrayton Grange Community Association is the business name for the management committee that manages Nene Hall.The aim of DGCA is to provide premises at a hire rate that is affordable and attractive to all users, while maintaining and improving the facilty. Regular users:- Nursery; Ballet; Ukulele; Church; St John Ambulance; Romanian classes; Action for Children. SEN Keep-fit
1st Dipton Scout Association
Arts, Associations, LeisureScout & Guide Group Activities include Camping, Cooking, Crafts, Woodcraft, Entertainment and allother things connected with Scouting & Guiding.
The British Art Medal Trust
ArtsTo support the medallic art by means of publications, in particular a twice yearly journal THE MEDAL, and by organising educational activities, such as an annual conference, lectures, exhibitions, an international medal competition for students and by encouraging new medallists.
The Tatton Singers
ArtsRehearse and perform music concerts for the public.
1st Framework
Arts, Economic and community development, EducationArts and Education, community regeneration & capacity building initiatives. The charity operates mainly in South East England but has been invited to present its work at festivals, conferences,competitions and events in the UK and at international festivals. 1st Prize European Year of Lifelong Learning, 1st Prize Londoners of the Year (Community Development).
Carlton Colville Community Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, LeisureThe Community Centre is the hub of the village, inasmuch as it provides for use of the community, a full size soccer pitch used by two local clubs, A children's play area comprising swings, slides and roundabouts, an area given over to youth sports. The Community Centre holds regular indoor activities which include toddlers and children's playgroups, dance classes, badminton, and bowls etc.
Brent Symphony Orchestral Society
ArtsOrchestral playing for charitable and other purposes
Rochester Choral Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by:a) providing opportunities for members of the Medway and local communities to enjoy choral music through participation and involvementb) the performance of public concerts and recitals and by such other means as the Society through its Committee shall determine
The Gordon Robinson Memorial Trust
Arts, Beneficiary groupThe Gordon Robinson Memorial Trust is established to advance the musical education of the young people of Northamptonshire and its immediate surrounding areas and in particular those studying currently or having recently finished studying at the Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust by providing grants and other forms of financial assistance
Rode Heath Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureRode Heath Village Hall provides a venue for various events to be enjoyed by local people of all ages. Folk, Line and Zumba dancing, Table Tennis, Indoor Bowling, Bingo, Lace Making, Old Folks Effort and Over 60s meet on a regular basis. The Hall is also available for hire to private individuals for parties, receptions and other events.
Boston Choral Society
ArtsA choir of mixed voices, singing choral music of all kinds, presented to the public through concerts approximately 3 times a year.
Ebbw Valley Brass
Arts, LeisureThe band provides musical entertainment at a range of events throughout its local community. Tuition is also provided to individuals of all ages.
Friends Of Newlands Spring County Primary School
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureWE PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL, SPORTS, MUSICAL AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FOR THE SCHOOL IN ORDER TO INCREASE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES AND TO PROVIDE A MORE STIMULATING AND FUN RECREATIONAL ENVIRONMENT FOR THE CHILDREN.WE ALSO FUND OCCASIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE CHILDREN, SUCH AS A LEAVERS' DISCO AND BARBECUE FOR YEAR 6.
Abingdon And District Musical Society
ArtsThe aims of the society are to foster public knowledge and appreciation of the art of vocal and instrumental music to encourage and develop local amateur musical talent, both choral aid instrumental.
British Society For Paediatric Dermatology
ArtsOrganisation of Educational/Training MeetingsProvision of Fellowships for UK and overseas traineesContribute to developments in Paediatric DermatologyCirculate Paediatric Dermatology Journal
West Sussex Philharmonic Choir
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe objects of the Charity shall be to provide, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of choral music in all its aspects and by any means the Trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public events.
Bebington Dramatic Society
ArtsPromote the advancement of general education in relation to all aspects of Art and Drama and the development of public appreciation of such art. To this end membership is open to all interested parties and we stage four productions per season Sept - June.
Charlton Toy Library
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportCTL offers: a low-cost quality toy, book & child safety equipment loan scheme to families with children aged under five; a mobile service to isolated community groups; stay & play sessions for members; advice & support to members & other organisations on a wide range of parenting and child-related issues; music & storytelling sessions; information days; volunteering opportunities
Renhold Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareResponsible for maintenance and running village hall to provide facilities for social activities in the village of Renhold. These include WI, Line dancing, Keep fit, Carpet bowls, Parish Council meetings, Weddings, Anniversaries and Childrens parties.
Radio Bronglais
Arts, HealthWe offer bilingual music & speech radio for the patients,staff and visitors of Bronglais General Hospital. We also offer a wide range of training opportunities to our members.
City Of Plymouth Festival Association
ArtsEnables amateur performers in the Arts of Dance, Music, Speech and Drama, to compete before an audience, with verbal and written feedback from professional adjudicators.
Edge Village Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, FacilitiesVillage Fete, Scottish Reels, WI, Toddlers group, Social Club, Theatre events, Harvest Supper and other village events
St Francis New Denham And Willowbank Community Association
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, LeisureWe organise various fundraising events, rent out halls for dance classes, badminton, keep fit, art. Organise childrens parties, make donations to all local childrens clubs and old folk charities.and local schools.
Great Missenden Choral Society
ArtsChoral singing in Great Missenden area (Chiltern District)
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.