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Cambridge University Musical Society Fund

Also known as: The Cums Fund

We make grants from our capital and income for the public benefit, to promote and advance musical education and musical performance within the University and City of Cambridge and elsewhere by The Cambridge University Musical Society, and to promote and advance musical education and musical performance in any manner which now is or may in the future be deemed to be charitable.

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Activities & Mission

We make grants from our capital and income for the public benefit, to promote and advance musical education and musical performance within the University and City of Cambridge and elsewhere by The Cambridge University Musical Society, and to promote and advance musical education and musical performance in any manner which now is or may in the future be deemed to be charitable.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£11,103
Latest Expenditure
£389,814

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 3510.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 3510.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£11,103
£389,8140 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cambridge University Musical Society Fund

What does Cambridge University Musical Society Fund do?

We make grants from our capital and income for the public benefit, to promote and advance musical education and musical performance within the University and City of Cambridge and elsewhere by The Cambridge University Musical Society, and to promote and advance musical education and musical performance in any manner which now is or may in the future be deemed to be charitable.

How much income did Cambridge University Musical Society Fund report in 2024?

Cambridge University Musical Society Fund reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £390k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cambridge University Musical Society Fund registered as a charity?

Cambridge University Musical Society Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 February 2012 as charity number 1146054. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Cambridge University Musical Society Fund?

Cambridge University Musical Society Fund is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Prof CHRISTOPHER JOHN BRISTOW FORD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cambridge University Musical Society Fund operate?

Cambridge University Musical Society Fund operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Cambridge University Musical Society Fund a registered charity?

Yes — Cambridge University Musical Society Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146054.

Details

Address
24 PERSHORE ROAD
HARDWICK
CAMBRIDGE
CB23 7XQ
Registration Date
22 February 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5025928
Charity Number
1146054

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Trustees

Prof CHRISTOPHER JOHN BRISTOW FORD Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Ruth Margaret Saxl
EDNA MURPHY
Also governs 1 other charity
Jenny Nicole Etty Reavell
Also governs 2 other charities
Joanna Cheffins
Nigel Yandell

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Cums Fund

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